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Food Safety Licence and Registration

Register your food business and get approval to import or sell food. Handled by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

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Official program name
Food Safety Licence and Registration
Program category
Food safety
Regulator
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
What it covers
Registration or licensing of food businesses and approval to import or sell food products.
Who needs it
Businesses that make, import, store or sell food and drink.
Typical documents
Business details, product list and ingredients, a food safety plan, facility or supplier information and labelling.
Processing time
To be confirmed. Confirm with the regulator.
Official source
mhlw.go.jp

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Directional guidance only, not legal advice. Requirements depend on your product and change often. Confirm current rules and fees with the regulator before you apply.