Indian Authorized Agent for FSSAI in India
Indian Authorized Agent for FSSAI services are mandatory for foreign food, dietary supplement, and nutraceutical manufacturers entering the Indian market.. India represents a high-growth opportunity for food, dietary supplement, and nutraceutical products. However, Indian regulations strictly control market entry and ongoing compliance for imported products regulated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Regacats Solutions provides Indian Authorized Agent (IAA) services for FSSAI products, supporting foreign food, dietary supplement, and nutraceutical manufacturers with regulatory representation, authority coordination, and compliance management in India. With over 8 years of focused experience in Indian food regulations, we help global brands enter the Indian market with regulatory clarity and reduced compliance risk.
What Is an Indian Authorized Agent for FSSAI?
An FSSAI Indian Agent acts as a locally established regulatory representative appointed by a foreign manufacturer or exporter. The Indian agent represents the manufacturer or exporter before FSSAI and other relevant Indian authorities.
Under Indian regulations, the IAA:
Represents the foreign manufacturer or exporter before FSSAI
Submits applications for FSSAI registration, licensing, and approvals
Coordinates responses to regulatory queries and inspections
Supports import compliance, Custom clearance and post-market obligations
As a result, the IAA becomes the primary point of regulatory accountability in India.
This service forms part of our broader Indian Authorized Agent services in India supporting foreign manufacturers, exporter, global brands across multiple regulated product categories.
Why FSSAI Requires an Indian Authorized Agent for Foreign Manufacturers or Exporter
India follows a local accountability regulatory framework under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Therefore, FSSAI requires foreign food business operators to appoint a locally established representative.
Through this requirement, FSSAI ensures:
Clear regulatory accountability within India
Timely communication during application review
Effective handling of inspections and corrective actions
Continuous compliance for imported products
Without a valid Indian Authorized Agent, foreign manufacturers or exporter face application rejection, import delays, and potential enforcement action.
Who Requires an FSSAI Authorized agent
Indian Authorized Agent services apply to foreign manufacturers involved in:
Packaged food and beverage products
Dietary supplements regulated under FSSAI
Nutraceutical products and health supplements
Prebiotics and Probiotics
Imported food ingredients and formulations
Moreover, this requirement applies even when products already hold approvals in the US, EU, UK, South Korea, Australia or other international markets.
Key Responsibilities of an FSSAI Authorized Agent
An Indian Authorized Agent plays a critical role in ensuring continuous FSSAI compliance, import clearance, and post-market regulatory accountability for foreign food and nutraceutical manufacturers
An authorized regulatory representative for FSSAI performs several critical regulatory functions. For example, the agent:
Acts as the official regulatory representative in India
Submits FSSAI registration and licensing applications
Coordinates product approvals, where applicable
Supports import clearance compliance
Responds to FSSAI queries, notices, and inspections
Manages post-market surveillance and compliance
Because these responsibilities involve regulatory liability, foreign manufacturers must appoint an experienced and reliable agent.
Regacats as an Indian Authorized Agent support various FSSAI Product Categories
Regacats Solutions supports foreign manufacturers & exporters across all major FSSAI-regulated categories, ensuring category-specific compliance.
Food Products
We support packaged foods, beverages, and processed products requiring FSSAI licensing.
Dietary Supplements
We assist foreign manufacturers of dietary supplements containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids, botanicals, and permitted ingredients regulated by FSSAI.
Nutraceuticals
We support foreign manufacturers and exporters of nutraceutical products regulated under Indian nutraceutical frameworks.
Prebiotics and Probiotics
Because each category follows distinct regulatory pathways, accurate classification plays a critical role in approval success.
Our Indian Authorized Agent Services for FSSAI Compliance
Regacats Solutions provides end-to-end Indian Authorized Agent services for FSSAI-regulated products.
Regulatory Assessment & Product Classification
First, we assess product composition, claims, and intended use to identify the correct FSSAI regulatory pathway.
Appointment as Indian Authorized Agent
Next, we formally act as the Indian Authorized Agent, ensuring regulatory accountability within India.
FSSAI Licensing & Registration Support
Additionally, we support Central FSSAI licenses, importer licenses, and related approvals through compliant submissions.
Import Compliance & Authority Coordination
We also coordinate with FSSAI and port authorities to support smooth import clearance.
Post-Market Compliance Support
Finally, we assist with labeling alignment, regulatory updates, and ongoing compliance obligations.
As a result, foreign manufacturers maintain regulatory continuity throughout the product lifecycle.
Our Indian Authorized Agent services operate alongside our FSSAI license and registration services, ensuring end-to-end regulatory compliance in India.
Why Foreign Manufacturers & Exporters Choose Regacats Solutions
Global food and nutraceutical brands choose Regacats Solutions because we combine regulatory expertise with practical execution.
8+ years of experience in Indian food regulations
Specialized expertise in FSSAI compliance
Strong understanding of dietary supplement and nutraceutical frameworks
Transparent, compliance-first approach
PAN India support with an international client focus
Single point of accountability for FSSAI authorities
Consequently, foreign manufacturers reduce regulatory risk while accelerating compliant market entry.
Importance of Choosing the Right FSSAI Indian Authorized Agent
An inexperienced FSSAI Authorized Agent can expose foreign manufacturers & exporters to regulatory rejection, import delays, and compliance penalties.
By contrast, Regacats Solutions ensures regulatory integrity, continuity, and risk mitigation, protecting both market access and brand reputation.
Our Structured Approach as FSSAI Indian Agent
We follow a structured compliance approach:
Regulatory assessment and product classification
Formal appointment as Indian Authorized Agent
Submission of FSSAI applications and approvals
Continuous authority coordination
Post-market compliance and regulatory updates
This structured model ensures end-to-end regulatory coverage for foreign manufacturers.
Partner with Regacats Solutions
Foreign manufacturers planning to enter or expand in India should appoint an experienced Indian Authorized Agent early to avoid regulatory delays and compliance risks.
Regacats Solutions supports global food, dietary supplement, and nutraceutical brands as a trusted FSSAI- Indian Authorized Agent, enabling compliant, controlled, and sustainable market entry into India
Frequently Asked Questions – FSSAI Authorized Agent
Is an Indian Authorized Agent mandatory for imported food products?
Yes. FSSAI requires a locally established representative for most imported food, dietary supplement, and nutraceutical products.
Can one Indian FSSAI Agent represent multiple products?
Yes. However, the agent must meet regulatory scope and compliance requirements.
Can foreign manufacturers change their Indian Authorized Agent?
Yes. FSSAI permits changes, provided the manufacturer follows prescribed procedures.
Does the Indian Authorized Agent carry regulatory responsibility?
Yes. The agent acts as the accountable representative before FSSAI.
Is FSSAI licensing separate from Indian Authorized Agent appointment?
Yes. Appointment of an Indian Authorized Agent does not replace FSSAI licensing or registration.
