LMPC Importer License

LMPC stands for Legal Metrology Packaged Commodity. According to Rule 27 of Legal Metrology Packaged Commodity Rules enacted by the Department of Consumer Affairs, it is mandatory for companies in the business of importing pre-packaged goods to India. It is also mandated that the registration for the LMPC Import License Certification must be applied within 90 days prior to the initiation process of importation of the pre-packaged goods.

Although for an LMPC Import License Certification, the laws, rules, and regulations to be followed are set under Legal Metrology Act, 2009, some states have implemented different amended laws that help them serve the purpose according to their state’s requirements.

If the company in the business of importing goods has the requirement to sell or distribute their product in a particular state only, then the need to acquire the LMPC Import License Certification from that respective State’s Controller. Suppose they sell or distribute it in more than one state; in that case, the applicant company needs to apply for registration under the Director at the Central Government, with the assistance of the Local Controller.

Along with the inclusion of importing companies, the producing companies and packaging companies of the pre-packaged goods are also required to register for LMPC Import License Certification.