Packaging and labelling that passes Legal Metrology, customs and marketplaces.
We audit your packs and online listings against every mandatory Legal Metrology declaration, correct the artwork or design compliant stickers for imported stock, and re-check each new SKU before launch, so your goods aren’t held at customs, seized in a raid or delisted online.
Why packaging gets rejected in India
Indian Declarations Missing
Global packaging rarely carries Indian MRP, unit sale price, importer details or consumer care.
Wrong Units or Sizes
Net quantity must be in standard metric units, in the minimum letter size for the pack.
Online Listings Forgotten
E-commerce pages must show the same declarations as the physical pack.
Packaging and labelling compliance: the key facts
| Law | Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, Rules 6, 7, 9 and 26 |
| Mandatory declarations | Manufacturer / packer / importer, country of origin, generic name, net quantity, month and year of manufacture, MRP incl. taxes, unit sale price, consumer care |
| Imports | Compliant stickers allowed; AEO Tier-2 / Tier-3 bonded warehouse labelling from 2026 |
| E-commerce | Declarations on listings (Rule 6(10)); country-of-origin filter from 1 July 2027 |
| Enforcement | State Legal Metrology departments, customs and marketplaces |
| Consultant | Bizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles LMPC registration, label compliance and Legal Metrology approvals for importers, manufacturers, packers and e-commerce brands across India: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com |
Every Legal Metrology label requirement, in one checklist
Check your pack against each mandatory declaration and placement rule. Search by declaration or situation.
Showing all 17 label requirements
| No. | Requirement | Rule | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Name & Address of Manufacturer / Packer / ImporterFull name and complete address; for imports, the importer's name and address | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 2 | Country of OriginFor imported packages, the country of origin or manufacture | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 3 | Common or Generic NameThe common name of the commodity; for multiple products, each one | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 4 | Net QuantityIn standard units of weight, measure or number | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 5 | Month & Year of ManufactureMonth and year in which the commodity is manufactured | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 6 | MRP (Inclusive of All Taxes)Maximum retail price in rupees and paise, inclusive of all taxes | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 7 | Unit Sale PricePrice per standard unit, such as per kg, per litre or per unit | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 8 | Consumer Care DetailsName, address, phone and email for complaints | Rule 6 | Mandatory | |
| 9 | Dimensions / SizeFor commodities sold by size or dimension, where applicable | Rule 6 | Where applicable | |
| 10 | Principal Display PanelDeclarations placed on the principal display panel of the package | Rule 7 | Placement | |
| 11 | Letter & Numeral SizeMinimum height of net quantity figures based on pack size | Rule 9 | Legibility | |
| 12 | Stickers on Imported PacksIndian declarations added by a compliant sticker that doesn't hide original information | Rule 6 | Allowed | |
| 13 | E-commerce ListingsMandatory declarations displayed on the online product page | Rule 6(10) | Mandatory online | |
| 14 | Country-of-Origin FilterSearchable and sortable origin filter for imported products | Rule 6(10A), from 1 July 2027 | Coming 2027 | |
| 15 | Medical Device PacksLetter size and display panel per Medical Devices Rules | 2025 amendment | Aligned with MDR | |
| 16 | Bonded Warehouse Labelling (AEO)Importers may affix declarations in Tier-2 / Tier-3 AEO bonded warehouses | Rule 4, Explanation-2 (2026) | New in 2026 | |
| 17 | Exempted PackagesLarge packs and industrial / institutional packs relaxed from parts of the Rules | Rule 26 | Partly exempt |
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Sources: Legal Metrology Act, 2009; Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 as amended to 2026 (incl. G.S.R. 128(E), 312(E) and 418(E)); Legal Metrology (General) and (Approval of Models) Rules, 2011; Department of Consumer Affairs notices, checked on 1 November 2026. State Legal Metrology departments may apply additional procedures.
Get your label compliance quote and timeline
Tell us the product, whether you import, manufacture or pack, and where you sell. A specialist confirms the registrations, label changes, cost and timeline, in writing.
- Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
- Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
- Free label reviewSend a photo of your pack; we flag what’s missing.
What label compliance costs
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Photo or artwork of each pack and your product list.
Day 1Gap Report
Every missing or wrong declaration marked, with the rule.
Day 1–2Corrected Artwork / Sticker
Compliant artwork text or sticker design ready for print.
Day 2–4Listing Audit
Online listings checked for the same declarations.
Day 3–5New SKU Checks
Each new pack size or variant re-checked before launch.
OngoingLegal Metrology compliance for businesses across India
Registration is filed online and enforcement sits with each state’s Legal Metrology department, so we support importers, manufacturers, packers and e-commerce sellers in every state, including:
Common labelling mistakes
MRP Without ‘Inclusive of All Taxes’
The MRP must be stated inclusive of all taxes.
No Unit Sale Price
Unit sale price is mandatory alongside MRP on retail packs.
Sticker Covering Original Text
Stickers mustn’t hide existing declarations or be easy to peel off.
Non-standard Units
Net quantity must be in standard metric units, not ounces or ‘pieces’ alone where weight applies.
Everything you need for packaged goods in India
LMPC Certificate
Rule 27 registration for importers, manufacturers and packers. See LMPC Certificate.
Legal Metrology Advisory
Model approval, W&M importer registration, licences and notices. See Legal Metrology Advisory.
Product Certification
Labelling is separate from product approval. Most packaged electronics also need BIS. See BIS CRS.
Common questions about packaging and labelling compliance
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