📄 Documents Required for LMPC Certificate in India

To obtain an LMPC (Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities) Certificate in India, you need to submit a specific set of documents to comply with the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009. This certificate is mandatory for manufacturers, packers, and importers of pre-packaged goods.

1. Application Form

• Duly filled and signed application form as prescribed by the State Legal Metrology Department or Central Licensing Authority (especially for importers).

2. Business Registration Proof

• GST Registration Certificate

• Shop and Establishment License (if applicable)

• Certificate of Incorporation (for companies) or Partnership Deed (for partnerships)

3. Import Export Code (IEC)

• Mandatory for importers

4. PAN Card

• Of the individual (in case of proprietorship) or the business entity

5. Address Proof of the Business Premises

• Utility bill, Rent Agreement, or Property Ownership Documents

6. Copy of Packaging Material or Label

• A sample of the label showing required declarations under Legal Metrology laws (e.g., MRP, net weight, manufacturer details)

7. List of Commodities

• List of items to be packed, manufactured, or imported

8. Declaration/Undertaking

• Stating compliance with LMPC Rules

9. Authorization Letter

• If an authorized signatory is applying on behalf of the business

10. Photo ID Proof

• Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport of the applicant/authorized person

📍 Notes:

• Importers must apply to the Director of Legal Metrology, Government of India (central authority).

• Manufacturers and packers apply to the State Controller of Legal Metrology.

To obtain an LMPC Certificate (Legal Metrology Packaged Commodities Certificate) in India, certain documents are required for registration under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009. This certificate is mandatory for businesses that manufacture, pack, or import pre-packaged commodities.

Here's a list of the common documents required for an LMPC certificate:

✅ Basic Required Documents:

1. Application Form

   • Duly filled and signed application form for registration under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011.

2. Covering Letter

   • On the company letterhead, explaining the purpose of registration.

3. Certificate of Incorporation / Firm Registration

   • For companies: Certificate from the Registrar of Companies.

   • For proprietorship/partnership: Firm registration or MSME certificate.

4. GST Registration Certificate

5. PAN Card of the Company / Firm

6. Proof of Premises / Office Address

   • Utility bill, rent agreement, or ownership document.

7. Identity and Address Proof of the Applicant

   • Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or driver’s license of the proprietor/partners/directors.

8. Product Details

   • List of products being imported/manufactured/packed.

   • Sample of the product label showing declarations as per Legal Metrology rules.

9. Import Export Code (IEC) (for importers only)

10. Declaration / Affidavit

• Stating compliance with LMPC rules, signed by an authorized signatory.

📌 Additional Documents (if applicable):

• Board Resolution / Authorization Letter (in case of a company authorizing a person to sign documents)

• Partnership Deed (for partnership firms)

• Trademark Registration Certificate (if brand name is registered)

• Manufacturing License (if applicable)

📝 Notes:

• Application needs to be submitted to the Controller of Legal Metrology in the respective State/UT.

• For importers, registration must be completed before the import of pre-packaged goods.

• The label on the package must comply with Rule 6 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011.