Is TEC Certification mandatory for all food exports from India?

Yes, TEC or equivalent health certification is mandatory for food and food products exports under FSSAI regulations. Some products may qualify for Annual Health Certificate schemes instead of per-consignment TEC, depending on destination country and product category. Exporters should verify specific requirements with FSSAI or relevant Export Promotion Councils.

How long does TEC Certification take to obtain?

Standard processing time is 3–5 working days from application submission with complete documents. Expedited processing may be available if applications are filed 5–7 days before scheduled shipment. Delays may occur if lab test reports are incomplete or require resampling.

Can a TEC Certificate be transferred to another exporter or consignment?

No, TEC Certification is issued for a specific consignment, exporter, and destination country and cannot be transferred. Each new shipment or change in batch details requires a fresh TEC application and lab testing.

What happens if food exports are shipped without valid TEC?

Shipments without valid TEC risk detention at port/airport, customs rejection, and cancellation of export contracts. Repeated violations attract penalties up to ₹1 lakh, facility suspension, or license cancellation under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

Are laboratory test reports from private labs acceptable for TEC applications?

Yes, test reports from FSSAI-approved or notified private laboratories and government testing labs (like NABL-accredited facilities) are acceptable. Ensure labs are listed on FSSAI's official approved testing labs database to avoid rejection.

TEC Certification

TEC Certification from FSSAI ensures food export compliance with Indian food safety standards. Learn eligibility, application process, and renewal requirements for exporters.

Register on FSSAI centralized licensing portal (flrs.fssai.gov.in) using your Food License credentials
Collect laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs confirming compliance with pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters
Submit TEC application with consignment details, product specifications, quantity, destination country, and manufacturing/expiry dates
FSSAI verifies submitted documents and lab test authenticity (3–5 working days); respond to any clarifications promptly
Receive digitally signed TEC certificate valid for the specified consignment or period; download and attach to shipping documents

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What is TEC Certification?

TEC (Test and Examination Certificate) is a mandatory compliance document issued by FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) for food and food products intended for export. It certifies that the consignment meets Indian food safety standards under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and international quality benchmarks required by importing countries.

TEC Certification is distinct from general export certificates. It specifically validates that food commodities—including processed foods, spices, dairy, seafood, fruits, vegetables, and beverages—have undergone requisite laboratory testing and comply with Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs), pesticide residue standards, microbiological parameters, and heavy metal specifications as prescribed by FSSAI regulations and destination country requirements.

Pricing

Package	Price	Details
Standard	On request	Including document prep

Process

📋
Register on FSSAI centralized licensing portal (flrs.fssai.gov.in) using your Food License credentials
🔍
Collect laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs confirming compliance with pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters
📝
Submit TEC application with consignment details, product specifications, quantity, destination country, and manufacturing/expiry dates
✅
FSSAI verifies submitted documents and lab test authenticity (3–5 working days); respond to any clarifications promptly
📤
Receive digitally signed TEC certificate valid for the specified consignment or period; download and attach to shipping documents

Documents Required

Valid Food License issued by FSSAI under Regulations 2018
IEC (Importer Exporter Code) from DGFT
Laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs (pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiological parameters)
Consignment-wise packing list and batch documentation with manufacturing and expiry dates
Product composition/ingredient declaration and manufacturing process details
Certificate of Origin or commercial invoice with destination country details

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TEC Certification

TEC Certification from FSSAI ensures food export compliance with Indian food safety standards. Learn eligibility, application process, and renewal requirements for exporters.

Collect laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs confirming compliance with pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters

Submit TEC application with consignment details, product specifications, quantity, destination country, and manufacturing/expiry dates

FSSAI verifies submitted documents and lab test authenticity (3–5 working days); respond to any clarifications promptly

Receive digitally signed TEC certificate valid for the specified consignment or period; download and attach to shipping documents

Google VerifiedBusiness

500+Export Clients Served

End-to-EndEXIM Support

What is TEC Certification?

Package

Price

Details

Standard

On request

Including document prep

Process

📋

🔍

Collect laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs confirming compliance with pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters

📝

Submit TEC application with consignment details, product specifications, quantity, destination country, and manufacturing/expiry dates

✅

FSSAI verifies submitted documents and lab test authenticity (3–5 working days); respond to any clarifications promptly

📤

Receive digitally signed TEC certificate valid for the specified consignment or period; download and attach to shipping documents

Documents Required

Valid Food License issued by FSSAI under Regulations 2018

IEC (Importer Exporter Code) from DGFT

Laboratory test reports from FSSAI-approved testing labs (pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiological parameters)

Consignment-wise packing list and batch documentation with manufacturing and expiry dates

Product composition/ingredient declaration and manufacturing process details

Certificate of Origin or commercial invoice with destination country details

Frequently Asked Questions