Legal notice

This Legal Notice governs your use of the website [https://vanikshaorganics.com](https://vanikshaorganics.com) and sets forth the mandatory regulatory compliance disclosures of Vaniksha Organics ("Company", "we", "us", or "our").

1. Corporate & Operational Identity

In compliance with Rule 4(1) of the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, the operational details of the business entity are set out below:

  • Brand / Operating Entity: Vaniksha Organics

  • Nature of Business: Sourcing, manufacturing, packaging, and retail e-commerce distribution of regional artisanal foods, roasted seeds, edible kitchen provisions, and FMCG products.

  • Registered Administrative & Logistics Hub (South/West): Electronic City Phase I, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560100, India

  • Regional Production Origin Hub (North/East): Janmahamadpur, PO: Kalgiganj, Kahalgaon, Bihar – 813203, India

  • Official Website: [https://vanikshaorganics.com](https://vanikshaorganics.com)

  • Official Electronic Mail: care@vanikshaorganics.com

  • Alternate Electronic Mail: vanikshaorganics@gmail.com

2. Food Safety & Standards Compliance (FSSAI)

Vaniksha Organics adheres strictly to the statutory requirements established by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006:

  • FSSAI License / Registration: All food handling, small-batch manufacturing, storage, and fulfillment operations comply with sanitary and hygienic requirements prescribed under Schedule 4 of the FSSAI (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011.

  • Statutory Declarations on Packaging: In compliance with the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020, all consumer packs explicitly declare:

    1. Complete ingredient list in descending order of incoming weight.

    2. Clear nutritional values per $100\,\text{g}$ / per serving.

    3. Allergen warnings (including gluten, dairy, nuts, or seeds, where applicable).

    4. Date of manufacture, batch/lot number, and "Best Before" / expiry timelines.

    5. Mandatory FSSAI logo and 14-digit license number.

    6. Storage instructions to preserve freshness.

3. Legal Metrology Declarations

In compliance with the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011 (as amended for E-Commerce entities):

  • All product listings on our digital platform display the Net Quantity, Maximum Retail Price (MRP) inclusive of all taxes, and Country of Origin (India).

  • Packaged food weights, dimensions, and manufacturing entity details printed on retail containers match the declarations published on our product pages.

4. Intellectual Property & Brand Protection Notice

All visual, textual, and architectural content displayed on [https://vanikshaorganics.com](https://vanikshaorganics.com) is protected under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957 and the Trade Marks Act, 1999:

  • The trademarks, brand names, trade dress, product nomenclature, and stylized logos of "Vaniksha Organics" are the proprietary assets of the Company.

  • Proprietary brand narratives—including the "Our Roots" documentation, culinary storytelling, studio photography, packaging designs, graphics, and layout codes—are strictly protected.

  • Any unauthorized copying, commercial extraction, web-scraping, re-publication, distribution, or counterfeit simulation of Vaniksha Organics brand assets without prior written authorization will invite civil injunctive proceedings and criminal prosecution under applicable intellectual property laws.

5. Disclaimer of Medical / Therapeutic Representations

  • Products offered by Vaniksha Organics are intended exclusively for culinary consumption, wholesome nutrition, and dietary enjoyment.

  • Any references to traditional ingredients (such as cold-pressed oils, unrefined jaggery, or roasted seeds) reflect ancestral food preparation traditions. No statements on this platform should be construed as medical advice, therapeutic prescription, or clinical treatment for any physical ailment.

  • Customers with medical conditions, pregnancies, or severe food allergies should consult certified healthcare practitioners before incorporating specific dietary products.

6. Cross-Border Trade & Sanctions Compliance

  • International consignments dispatched via our global courier partners (DHL Express, FedEx, Aramex, or India Post EMS) comply with Indian Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) export guidelines under valid export codes.

  • Import compliance in the destination territory (including United States FDA Prior Notice declarations, UK Food Standards Agency protocols, or GCC customs parameters) is executed under international air cargo protocols.

  • Customers importing products assume the legal status of an importer in their respective jurisdictions and must observe all local regulatory requirements.

7. Grievance Redressal Mechanism & Officer Contact

Pursuant to the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, any consumer grievance, intellectual property infringement report, or legal inquiry may be directed to our designated Grievance Officer:

  • Officer In-Charge: Compliance & Grievance Desk

  • Entity: Vaniksha Organics

  • Primary Grievance Email: care@vanikshaorganics.com

  • Escalation Email: vanikshaorganics@gmail.com

  • Postal Communication: Grievance Officer, Vaniksha Organics, Electronic City Phase I, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560100, India

  • Acknowledgement & Resolution Timelines: All notices or grievances received will be acknowledged within 48 hours and resolved within 30 days from the date of official receipt.