Legal Metrology Service – Ensuring Accuracy & Compliance in Weights & Measures
Legal Metrology refers to the regulation of weights, measures, and measuring instruments to ensure fairness in trade and consumer protection. In India, it is governed by the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, under the Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution.
Why is Legal Metrology Registration Important?
✅ Regulatory Compliance – Ensures businesses adhere to legal standards for weights & measurements.
✅ Consumer Protection – Prevents fraudulent practices in trade and commerce.
✅ Fair Trade Practices – Promotes accuracy in packaged goods and commercial transactions.
✅ Legal Authorization – Mandatory for manufacturers, importers, and traders of weighing & measuring instruments.
Types of Legal Metrology Registrations
🔹 Packaged Commodity Registration – Required for businesses dealing with pre-packaged goods.
🔹 Manufacturer/Importer License – Mandatory for manufacturing or importing weighing/measuring instruments.
🔹 Model Approval Certificate – Needed before selling a new weighing or measuring instrument.
🔹 Dealers & Repairer License – For those involved in selling, repairing, or servicing such instruments.
Who Needs Legal Metrology Registration?
📌 Manufacturers & Importers of weighing/measuring instruments
📌 Traders dealing in packaged goods
📌 Retailers, wholesalers, and e-commerce platforms
📌 Industries using measuring equipment in commercial transactions
Legal Metrology ensures transparency, consumer confidence, and fair business practices by regulating measurement standards.
