Understanding Legal Metrology Rules: A Must-Read for Importers & Manufacturers
Compliance with Legal Metrology Registration is not just a formality it’s a legal requirement for every importer, manufacturer, and packer dealing with packaged goods in India. The Om Garuda Group has worked with hundreds of businesses that faced challenges in product labeling, packaging, and certification. This article explains what Legal Metrology means, why Legal Metrology Certification is essential, and how businesses can stay compliant to avoid penalties and disruptions. What is Legal Metrology? Legal Metrology is the law that governs weights, measures, and labeling of products sold in India. It ensures accuracy in measurement and transparency for consumers. Any product that mentions “quantity”, “weight”, “length”, “volume”, or “number” on its packaging must comply with the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and the associated Legal Metrology Rules. For importers & manufacturers, getting a Legal Metrology Registration under this Act is mandatory before importing, manufacturing,...