Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals
The Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals is required by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) in Singapore for businesses involved in the production of animal feed. This licence is valid for one year and processing typically takes 21 working days.
- Validity
- Licence Fee: $240 per annum
- Processing time
- 21 working days
- Issuing authority
- ANIMAL & VETERINARY SERVICE (AVS)
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Who needs the Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals
This licence applies to Singapore businesses registered under the following SSIC industry codes:
- Required to operateDivision 10 — MANUFACTURE OF FOOD PRODUCTS
Includes: 10101 Slaughtering of livestock and poultry, 10102 Manufacture of sausage, 10103 Preparing, canning and preserving of livestock and livestock products, 10104 Preparing, canning and preserving of poultry and poultry products
- Required to operateDivision 32 — OTHER MANUFACTURING
Includes: 32111 Manufacture of jewellery (except costume jewellery), 32119 Manufacture of jewellery and related articles n.e.c. (except costume jewellery), 32120 Manufacture of costume jewellery and related articles, 32200 Manufacture of musical instruments
What's involved in getting the Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals
The scope of the application — what must be in place, how the agency reviews, and where applications typically stall.
What this licence allows the business to do
This licence permits the manufacturing and processing of feed specifically for non-food producing animals in Singapore, enabling businesses to legally produce and distribute animal feed products.
What must be in place before the licence can be granted
Before the licence can be granted, several conditions must be met. The business must provide detailed particulars of the licensee and contact person, as well as the company's ACRA registration details, including the site of operation. Additionally, comprehensive information about the products, including intended animal species, ingredients, and target markets, must be prepared. A layout plan of the production area and a production flow chart are also required. Furthermore, product labelling must comply with specific requirements, detailing the product name, composition, analytical constituents, additives, best before date, batch code, and feeding instructions. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for staff training must also be established.
How the agency reviews and decides
The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) reviews the application by assessing the completeness and accuracy of the submitted documentation. This includes a thorough evaluation of the production area layout and the proposed production flow to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The agency may also conduct inspections of the premises to verify that the conditions for manufacturing feed are met.
Common reasons applications stall
Applications can face delays for various reasons. Common issues include incomplete documentation, such as missing details about product ingredients or failure to provide a comprehensive layout plan. Additionally, discrepancies between the intended use of the premises and the approved use can lead to complications. Ensuring that all required documents are accurate and complete before submission can help mitigate these risks.
Required documents and prerequisites
Items the applicant typically needs ready before submitting:
- Required documents
- File Format: DOC,DOCX,GIF,JPEG,JPG,PDF,XLS,XLSX
- Maximum upload per application: 2MB
- I. Particulars of Licensee and Contact Person
- II. Particulars of Company ACRA, including site of operation
- III. Details of product(s), including intended animal species(s), product ingredients and target market(s)
- IV. Production capacity
- V. Layout plan of the production area
- VI. Production flow chart
- VII. Product labelling
- a. Name and product description
- b. Composition (ingredients list)
- c. Analytical constituents (information about nutrient levels)
- d. Information about additives
- e. Best before date, Batch code
- f. Name and contact details of the producer or distributor
- g. How to use the product (feeding instructions)
- h. Weight and/or quantity statement
- VIII. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the following:
- a. Staff training
Licence to Manufacture and Process Feed for Non-food Producing Animals FAQ
Do I need this licence to start operating?
Yes, this licence is essential for any business intending to manufacture and process feed for non-food producing animals in Singapore. Operating without it could lead to legal repercussions.
What can my business do once licensed?
Once licensed, your business can legally produce and distribute feed for non-food producing animals, allowing you to tap into the market for animal feed products.
What happens if I operate without it?
Operating without this licence can result in penalties, including fines or cessation of operations. It is crucial to obtain the necessary licence to avoid legal issues.
What's the most common reason applications get rejected?
The most common reason for application rejection is incomplete documentation. Ensuring that all required information, such as product details and layout plans, is accurately provided can help avoid this issue.
Can a foreign-owned company hold this licence?
Yes, foreign-owned companies can apply for this licence in Singapore, provided they meet all the necessary requirements and conditions set by the Animal & Veterinary Service.
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