What is Legal Metrology (LMPC) Registration?
Under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, every entity importing, packing, or distributing pre-packaged goods in India must register their company name and premises with the Director of Legal Metrology (Central Government) or the State Controller.
Customs authorities strictly verify the LMPC Registration Certificate prior to releasing imported consignments. Selling or importing pre-packed goods without valid LMPC registration or non-compliant MRP/declarations leads to severe fines, goods seizure, and prosecution.
Customs ICEGATE Verification
Customs mandates LMPC certificate submission in Single Window Interface (SWIFT) before clearing commercial shipments.
Lifetime Validity
LMPC Importer/Packer registration has lifetime validity as long as company address or product lines remain unchanged.
Mandatory Declarations on Pre-Packaged Commodities
Every package intended for retail sale must bear specific statutory declarations in the prescribed font size and layout:
Name & Address of Manufacturer / Importer
Complete physical postal address of the manufacturer, packer, or importer.
Country of Origin
Clear mention of the manufacturing country (e.g. Made in Vietnam, Made in Germany).
Generic / Common Product Name
Accurate product description (e.g., Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Ceramic Coffee Mug).
Net Quantity & Standard Units
Weight, measure, or number expressed in metric units (kg, g, L, ml, or units/N).
Maximum Retail Price (MRP)
Inclusive of all taxes in Indian Rupees (₹), clearly readable without tampering.
Consumer Care Helpline & Email
Name, address, phone number, and email ID of the person/office for consumer complaints.
Documents Required for LMPC Registration
Minimal documentation is required when processed through Lockene's streamlined portal channel:
- Import Export Code (IEC Certificate).
- GST Registration Certificate & Company PAN Card.
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / MSME.
- Warehouse / Factory Premises proof (Rent Deed or Electricity Bill).
- Directors / Partners / Proprietor ID Proof (Aadhaar & PAN).
- Sample Label Artwork containing mandatory declarations.
Fast-Track LMPC Issuance (Within 5-7 Days)
Label Artwork Audit & Rectification
Our legal metrology experts review your product packaging mockups against font height, unit symbols, and mandatory declaration norms.
Documentation & Application Preparation
Drafting statutory affidavits, product commodity classification lists, and premises verifications.
Ministry Portal Submission
Online filing on the eMaap portal / Central Legal Metrology Department and payment of government treasury fees.
Departmental Liaison & Verification
Direct coordination with the Legal Metrology Assistant Director to fast-track verification.
Delivery of LMPC Certificate
Delivery of official signed LMPC registration certificate for seamless customs release across all ports in India.
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