LMPC certificate for importers, manufacturers and packers.
Register under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules before your packaged goods are imported or sold in India. We prepare the application, name the responsible Director as the 2026 rules require, fix your labels, and keep your registration updated each year.
What the LMPC certificate is for
Who It Covers
Every manufacturer, packer and importer of pre-packaged commodities sold to consumers in India.
What It Proves
That you’re registered with Legal Metrology and accountable for the declarations on your packages.
What It Doesn’t Cover
Product safety or quality. BIS, CDSCO, FSSAI or WPC approvals are separate.
LMPC certificate: the key facts
| Law | Rule 27, Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 |
| Applies to | Manufacturers, packers and importers of pre-packaged commodities |
| Authority | Director of Legal Metrology or the Controller of Legal Metrology of the state concerned |
| Fee | ₹500 |
| Validity | Until cancelled (Third Amendment Rules 2026, G.S.R. 418(E), 29 May 2026) |
| Ongoing duty | Annual online update of address, products and quantities, and country of origin; named responsible Director |
| E-commerce | Declarations on listings (Rule 6(10)); country-of-origin filter for imported goods from 1 July 2027 |
| 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 |
Does your business need an LMPC certificate?
Find your situation to see whether Rule 27 registration applies and what else the Rules ask of you.
Showing all 10 business situations
| No. | Who | What’s Needed | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Importer of Pre-Packaged GoodsBrands and traders importing packaged products for sale in India | Rule 27 registration before sale; country of origin and importer details on every pack | Registration required | |
| 2 | Manufacturer Packing Own ProductsFactories packing their own branded goods | Rule 27 registration with the Legal Metrology authority | Registration required | |
| 3 | Packer / Contract PackerUnits packing goods for themselves or for other brands | Rule 27 registration; packer named on the label | Registration required | |
| 4 | Brand Owner Using a Contract ManufacturerBrands that outsource manufacturing or packing | The manufacturer or packer named on the label must be registered; brand details declared | Check label names | |
| 5 | E-commerce Seller of Imported GoodsMarketplace and D2C sellers listing imported products | Importer registration + mandatory declarations on the online listing (Rule 6(10)) | Registration required | |
| 6 | Importer Using AEO Bonded WarehouseImporters using Tier-2 / Tier-3 AEO bonded warehouses | Declarations may be affixed in the bonded warehouse before goods leave it (2026) | New in 2026 | |
| 7 | Medical Device PackagesMedical devices sold in packaged form | Declarations still required; letter size and display panel follow the Medical Devices Rules (Oct 2025) | Aligned with MDR | |
| 8 | Large Packs (above 25 kg / 25 L)Bulk packages above 25 kg or 25 litres | Rule 26 exempts many such packages from parts of the Rules (with exceptions) | Partly exempt | |
| 9 | Industrial / Institutional PacksPackages made for industrial or institutional consumers | Rule 26 relaxations apply when sold directly to such consumers | Partly exempt | |
| 10 | Importer of Weighing / Measuring InstrumentsScales, meters, dispensers and other weights & measures | Separate registration under Section 19 plus model approval | Different registration |
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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 LMPC certificate 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 an LMPC certificate costs
Registration is under Rule 27 of the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011. Label correction for existing stock is quoted separately.
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Legal Metrology updates for 2025–2026
Recent amendments to the Packaged Commodities Rules.
Valid until cancelled, named Director G.S.R. 418(E), 29 May 2026
Registration no longer needs renewal; applicants must name the Director responsible for violations and update details annually on the online portal.
AEO bonded warehouse labelling G.S.R. 418(E), 2026
Importers can affix mandatory declarations at Tier-2 / Tier-3 AEO bonded warehouses, before goods leave the warehouse.
Country-of-origin filter online From 1 July 2027
E-commerce entities must offer a searchable and sortable country-of-origin filter for imported products (Rule 6(10A), replaced by G.S.R. 312(E), 27 April 2026).
Medical devices aligned with MDR October 2025
Declaration size and display panel rules for medical devices now follow the Medical Devices Rules, 2017.
Your LMPC certificate step by step
The label review happens first, because the application lists your products and declarations.
Business & Product Check
We confirm whether you register as importer, manufacturer or packer, and list your products and pack sizes.
Day 1Label Review
Every pack checked against the mandatory declarations; stickers designed for existing stock.
Day 1–3Application
Rule 27 application with documents, responsible Director and ₹500 fee filed with the authority.
Day 3–5Queries & Certificate
Any queries answered; registration certificate issued.
As per authorityAnnual Update
We file your annual update of addresses, products and origin when details change.
Every yearLegal 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 LMPC mistakes
Registering the Wrong Entity
The importer, packer or manufacturer named on the label must be the one registered.
Global Labels Without Indian Declarations
Imported packs need Indian MRP, net quantity in standard units, importer details and consumer care.
Forgetting the Online Listing
E-commerce listings must repeat the mandatory declarations.
Not Updating Details
Since 2026, changes to address or products must be updated annually online.
Everything you need for packaged goods in India
Packaging & Labelling Compliance
Label audits, stickers and e-commerce listing declarations. See Packaging.
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 LMPC certificate
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Do I need LMPC if my product has BIS certification?
Is LMPC needed for e-commerce?
What happens if I sell without LMPC compliance?
Get your packaging Legal Metrology-ready
Send us your label or product list. We’ll confirm the registration, label corrections, total cost and timeline in writing, free.