CBIC Updates List of Authorised Officers for Food Imports at 165 Entry Points under FSSAI Regulations

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), a statutory authority established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, has recently issued a series of notifications regarding the designation of Authorized Officers at various food import entry points across India. These updates aim to streamline food import clearance processes and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Key Updates

In its latest notification dated August 6, 2025, FSSAI has expanded the list of food import entry points by notifying additional Authorized Officers under Section 25 read with Section 47(5) of the Food Safety Standards Act, 2006, and Regulation 13(1) of the FSS (Import) Regulation, 2017. This move is expected to enhance the efficiency of food import clearance at these points.

Newly Notified Entry Points The notification highlights six new food import entry points, including:

LCS Darranga, Assam (Port Code: INDRGB) Authorized Officer: Superintendent/Appraiser/Inspector/Examiner
SEZ-MEPZ Special Economic Zone, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Port Code: INMAA6) Authorized Officer: Shri S. Pandiyaraja, Joint Director, Southern Region Office, FSSAI
ICD Raipur, Chhattisgarh (Port Code: INRAI6) Authorized Officer: Superintendent/Appraiser/Inspector/Examiner
Jubilant SEZ, Vilayat GIDC, Bharuch, Gujarat (Port Code: INBHC6) Authorized Officer: Superintendent/Appraiser/Inspector/Examiner
HBS SEZ Panoli, Bharuch, Gujarat (Port Code: INPAO6) Authorized Officer: Inspector/Examiner
Bhubaneswar Air Cargo, Odisha (Port Code: INBBI4) Authorized Officer: Superintendent/Appraiser/Inspector/Examiner

Impact of the Notification With the addition of these entry points, the total number of food import entry points in India has increased to 165. This expansion is expected to:

Facilitate smoother food import clearance processes.
Ensure better compliance with food safety standards.
Reduce delays in food import operations.

Role of Authorized Officers

Authorized Officers play a crucial role in ensuring that imported food products meet the required safety standards. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and appraising food consignments at designated entry points. Their presence at these newly notified locations will help maintain the integrity of India’s food safety framework.

Conclusion

The FSSAI’s proactive approach in notifying additional Authorized Officers and entry points reflects its commitment to strengthening food safety standards in India. These updates are a significant step toward ensuring that imported food products are safe for consumption and meet regulatory requirements. Stakeholders and importers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these changes and comply with the updated guidelines.

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Source: CBIC, Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India

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