LMPC Registration Certificates for E-Commerce: A Comprehensive Overview

There are different declarations that need to be made on all the pre-packed goods as mentioned below -

• Generic or Common name of the commodity on the package.
• Name and address of importer
• Generic or Common Name of commodity.
• Net quantity of the commodity on the package in the standard unit
• The retail sale price of the commodity/commodities
• Where the size of the commodity is a relevant dimension the commodity needs to be mentioned.
• For net quantity assurance, E-Code needs to be mentioned.
• QR code/GTIN/Barcode
• Government scheme’s logos when authorised by the government.

Further changes are amended as mentioned below -

• On the larger packets, the MRP would be 1.5 times larger.
• Dual MRP
• Small Packet’s MRP, the Size of the quantity is double.

• Transaction cost is reduced: When measures and weighing are performed precisely in accordance with the requirements of the Legal Metrology Act[1], it promotes customer confidence and benefits the product. The LMPC importer licence aids in reducing time-consuming, inefficient measurement methods that can have an impact on customers and businesses.
• Trader practices are Supported: The importer licences issued by the LMPC regulate unfair and illegal practices. To suit the needs of the clients, the Act makes sure that the measuring devices adhere to international standards.
• Customer Trust is built: Suppose the clients are aware that the goods they receive are in the right quantity and have been validated by laws and regulations. In that instance, it will unquestionably increase the customer's faith in the particular product or provider, ultimately leading to appropriate dealing. A further representation of consumer protection is the LMPC importer licence for importers. It makes sure that real, accurate weights and measures are used in all commercial exchanges of commodities on a national and international scale.
• Reduction in Trading Barrier: The LMPC importer licence lessens the burden of technical hurdles for importers and fosters measuring clarity and confidence.

The validity period for an LMPC Certificate is a minimum of 1 year (12 months) to a maximum of 5 years (60 months). Renewal of LMPC Certificate is required after every five years or after expiration of specified time period since its issuance. The LMPC import license must be renewed before the expiry period to avoid hassle and penalties during customs clearance.

• These certificates and registrations can be renewed based on the maintenance of the qualification or standards.