FPO and FSSAI were amongst the initiatives taken by the Indian government to regulate the food business in the country.

And spices, being the main ingredient of any food, are governed by the standards laid down via the Food Safety and Standards (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011.

Regulatory Bodies Administering the Import of Food Products in the country: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Ministry of Agriculture, Department for Plant Quarantine Organization Ministry of Agriculture, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying & Fisheries department  Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Department of Consumer Affairs Steps involved in importing Food Articles into the country: Step 1: Custom Clearance The authorized Customs Agent verifies the consignment carrying food articles and clears such consignment after lawful completion of customs formalities including payment of customs duty.

FSSAI Annual Return: An Overview As per the revised guidelines issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India in regards to the filing of Annual Return.

The government has introduced this service to ease the process for the people applying for the same.

This permanent account number can be issued by Indian nationals, Indian identities, as well as foreign nationals and foreign identities.

Automatic Route for Issue of Shares by an Indian Company Under the Foreign Exchange Management Act regulations, an Indian Company is allowed to issue shares through the automatic route to a person who is a resident outside India.

It can only be opened in Indian Rupees.

GST Registration for Foreigners The Goods and Services Tax (GST) became effective in India on 1st July 2017.

For this, one director should be an Indian or Indian Resident.