Legal Metrology Importer Registration for Weights and Measures (Section 19)

What it is

Ensure imported weights and measures enter the Indian market through the regulated Legal Metrology route with the required importer, instrument and compliance evidence.

What you get

• Weights and measures importer registration

Who it is for

• the business imports weights or measures or a covered weighing/measuring instrument
• the instrument and intended use fit the current Legal Metrology rules and approvals
• importer, product, manufacturer, country-of-origin and technical documents are available
• State/UT enforcement, customs, model approval and product-specific requirements may also apply

How to apply

1. 1
   Classify the instrument and route

   Confirm whether the goods are covered weights or measures and whether model approval, customs or sector permissions are also required.

   Official step
2. 2
   Prepare importer and technical documents

   Compile importer, manufacturer, origin, instrument specification, model and customs evidence for the current application.

   Official step
3. 3
   Submit and retain registration evidence

   Use the official importer registration route and retain certificate, inspection, verification and State/UT follow-up records.

   Official step

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