Free Sale Certificate

Free Sale Certificate (FSC)

Introduction

The certificate of free trade and sale is a certificate issued for export of other goods that are not prohibited or prohibited for export and confirms that the product is only sold in the country.
This certificate confirms that a particular product has been marketed legally and distributed feely and can be sold on the open market.
Free Sale Certificate is provided by the exporter/shipper of the goods, and these are usually used in industries which supply medical devices, food or ingredients, cosmetic and biological products.
And this certificate gives validation that the item or product is safe for consumption or use, won’t harm citizens.
In India this certificate issued by the Regional Authority (RA) of the Directorate General of The Foreign Trade (DGFT). And it’s too called as “International Government Certificate” or “Export Certificate”

Importance of Free Sale Certificate

This Free Sale and Commerce Certificate gives an assurance to importing countries that, the exported products are legally available for sale and consumption in the country of origin.
These certificates are central to international trade and provide a level of assurance to foreign governments that the products imported into their countries meet their own regulatory standards.
These are key to opening the entryway to universal markets and guaranteeing that items meets legitimate and security requirements.

Documents Required for Free Sale Certificate

Valid Manufacturing License.
Fee payment receipt.
Copy of the Power of Attorney.
Letter from the concerned specialist requesting the same certificate.
List of products which free sale and commerce certificate are required.
Permission letters for the requested products.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Free Sale Certificate mandatory?

To certify that any particular product is freely sold and legally approved for sale in the exporting country’s market.

What is the purpose of Free Sale Certificate?

For verification of manufacturer and for verification of products. And this certificate verifies Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance.

What is the validity of the Free Sale Certificate?

This Certificate is valid for 2 years after issuance.

Conclusion

Obtaining a Free Trade and Sale Certificate is a basic step for manufacturers who intend to enter markets other than the country of origin if the exporting country so request.

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