FMCG Law

Fast-moving consumer goods include non-durable household goods such as packaged foods, beverages, toiletries, candies, cosmetics, over-the-counter drugs, dry goods, and other consumables. As FMCGs are consumed by the public at large, the law provides a system to keep them safe for consumption and provide necessary information for consumers to make informed decisions. There are numerous laws which govern and regulate FMCGs, depending upon the type of product, such as pre-packaged food is governed under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, ayurvedic products are governed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, while general products are mainly treated under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009. In addition to these general laws, specific Indian Standards or statutory bodies' regulations, circulars, notifications, etc., may also be applicable. Being a consumer-centric industry, the players are also required to be in compliance with the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

The fast-moving consumer goods sector requires meticulous legal oversight. We ensure FMCG products comply with regulations and are here to address any challenges that may arise. We offer our services to both entities engaged with FMCGs at different levels, from manufacturing to retail and to consumers, to weed out goods detrimental to the market and consumer rights. We have divided our offerings mainly into-

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