Legal Metrology Registration for Packers and Importers: Complete Guide
Under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, manufacturers, packers and importers of pre-packaged goods sold in India must register with the Legal Metrology department, commonly called LMPC registration. Their packages must carry mandatory declarations such as the name and address of the manufacturer or packer, net quantity, month and year of manufacture, MRP and consumer care details.
Who needs Legal Metrology registration?
- Manufacturers and packers of pre-packaged goods sold in India
- Importers of pre-packaged goods, which is why LMPC is often needed before importing
- Businesses that make, repair or sell weights and measures, which need separate licences
Mandatory declarations on packages
- Name and address of the manufacturer, packer or importer
- Common or generic name of the product
- Net quantity in standard units
- Month and year of manufacture or import
- Retail sale price (MRP), inclusive of taxes
- Consumer care contact details, and country of origin for imported goods
How to apply
- Apply to the Legal Metrology departmentOf your state, or the central authority for importers, usually online.
- Submit documentsBusiness registration, address proof, product list and, for importers, IEC.
- Pay the feeAs set by the state or central authority.
- Get the registrationPrint the required declarations on all packages.
Exports
The Packaged Commodities Rules are mainly about goods sold to consumers in India. Packages meant only for export follow the labelling rules of the importing country, so check both sets of rules if you sell in India and abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Do importers need Legal Metrology registration?
Yes. Importers of pre-packaged goods for sale in India need LMPC registration.
What is LMPC?
Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities registration for manufacturers, packers and importers.
Is MRP mandatory on packages?
Yes, for pre-packaged goods sold to consumers in India.
Do export packages need Indian MRP labels?
Packages meant only for export generally follow the importing country's labelling rules instead.
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