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Why LMPC Matters for Your Business? ?

An LMPC Certificate (Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities Certificate) is a mandatory approval required under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, for businesses importing and selling pre-packaged goods in India. This certificate ensures that all packaged commodities comply with labeling, weight, and measurement regulations, preventing misleading practices and ensuring consumer protection.

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If you’re an importer, manufacturer, or e-commerce seller, obtaining an LMPC Certificate for Import is essential to avoid penalties and ensure smooth clearance of your goods at customs. With Business Babu’s Same Day LMPC Certificate Registration Service, you can apply online and get quick approval without any hassle.

Who Needs an LMPC Certificate for Import? ?

  • An Importer of Pre-Packaged Goods - If you import food, cosmetics, electronics, machinery, or any other packaged product, an LMPC certificate is required for customs clearance.

  • A Manufacturer or Packer- Businesses that package goods for retail sale must comply with Legal Metrology regulations. 

  • An E-Commerce Seller-  If you sell pre-packaged goods on Amazon, Flipkart, or other online platforms, LMPC  certification ensures compliance and avoids listing restrictions. 

  • A Trader or Distributor- Wholesalers and retailers dealing in pre-measured or labeled commodities must follow Legal Metrology Act standards.

Risks & Penalties of Importing Without an LMPC Certificate ?

Failing to obtain an LMPC Certificate for Import can lead to serious legal and financial consequences. Since the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 mandates compliance for all pre-packaged goods, importing without this certification can result in shipment delays, penalties, or even confiscation of goods at customs.

  • ​Customs Clearance Issues: Shipments may be held or rejected at Indian ports, leading to delays and additional storage costs.​

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  • Heavy Fines & Legal Penalties: Non-compliance can attract penalties up to ₹25,000 for first-time violations, with increasing fines for repeated offenses.

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  • Seizure of Goods: Authorities may confiscate or ban the sale of non-compliant products, leading to significant business losses.

Type of LMPC Certificate?

There are two kinds of LMPC registrations under the Legal Metrology Pre-Packed Commodity Rules, 2011.

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  1. LMPC Importer Registration under rule 27: This registration shall be required by you if you are importing the Pre-Packed Commodities and sell them in India without any further Packaging and Labelling activity.

  2. LMPC Packer & Manufacturer Registration under rule 27: This registration shall be required by you if you are manufacturing and packing the goods or you are getting manufacture of goods from third party and gets it packed in your own brand.

Documents Required for LMPC Registration

To register and legally proceed for LMPC in India, you will need the following key documents :

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  • Business Registration Proof

  • Importer Exporter Code (IEC)

  • Authorized Signatory’s ID Proof.  

  • Organisational DSC

  • Factory/Manufacturer Details (if applicable)

Eligibility Criteria for Legal Metrology Registration

To be eligible for LMPC registration the following aspects has to be satisfied:

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  • Your proposal and your goods must both adhere to the legal metrology packaged commodities rules

  • All the required papers has to be submitted in order to apply for legal metrology in India

  • Any additional business licenses that are necessary for your firm to operate should be provided

  • A fully completed application

  • Request for documentation regarding the registration cost

  • Information that you must input into the relevant sections on the package's display window.

Importance of Legal Metrology

  • To regulate the weights and measurements used in commerce and trade

  • To create and preserve the standards for weights and measures

  • To place limitations on goods makers, sales, and use in terms of weight, measure, or numbers

  • To logically justify the metric system.

Important Guidelines for LMPC Certificate

  • A ₹100 application fee must be submitted with the underlying registration application to ‘Pay and Accounts Official’ D/o Consumer Affairs, New Delhi

  • The list of items for weight OR measure is defined by the general rules under the LMPC Act, and registration is only required for such goods

  • Within seven days after receiving the application, the Controller of Legal Metrology department must return any incomplete applications

  • Within ten days of receiving the application, if it is complete in all material respects, the Controller shall issue the applicant with the LMPC certificate

Legal Metrology Registration - Procedure

  • Step 1: Application to LM : We gather all the data and create the application.

  • Step 2: The Zonal officer will review the application for any problems or objections and provide insights.

  • Step 3: Inspection of Premises - If the application is properly filed, the inspector will arrive at the predetermined time.

  • Step 4: Recommendation - Inspector offers the suggestion in accordance with the premises' compliance.

  • Step 5: Acceptance or rejection - The zonal officer submits the thorough report to the assistant controller.

  • Step 6: Compliance with LM Act and Rules - Products and facilities' packaging, weights, and measurements must adhere to the aforementioned Act and Rules.

  • Step 7: Replying to any regulatory action - Imply the regulatory changes being announced or hinted at.

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To learn more about the procedure, you can also sign up for a legal consultation with one of our knowledgeable consultants.

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