CAA Certification

What is CAA Certification?

The Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA) Certification ensures that aquaculture inputs—like seeds, feed, growth supplements, and chemicals—meet specific standards for quality and safety. According to the CAA Rules, 2005, inputs must be certified as antibiotic-free to maintain healthy water bodies and aquatic life.

Certification Validity

Duration: The CAA Certificate is valid for 5 years from the issue date.
Renewal: It can be renewed for another 5 years if requirements are met.

Our Services

CAA Certificate Registration: Help with obtaining your initial certification.
CAA Certificate Renewal: Assistance with renewing your certificate.
Product Testing and Support: Testing and support services, if needed.

Who Needs CAA Certification?

Manufacturers: Both indigenous and imported aquaculture input manufacturers need to have their products certified to ensure they are antibiotic-free and compliant with CAA standards.

CAA Certification Process

Product Testing and Registration

Antibiotics of Concern:

Chloramphenicol
Nitrofuran Parent Compounds:
Furazolidone
Furaltadone
Nitrofurantoin
Nitrofurazone
Nitrofuran Metabolites:
3-amino-oxazolidinone (AOZ)
3-amino-5-morpholino ethyl-1-3-oxazolidin (AMOZ)
1-aminohydanton (AHD)
Semi carbazide (SEM)

General Requirements for All Manufacturers and Importers:

Application: Submit a separate application for each product using the prescribed form from the CAA website.
Antibiotic Test Report: Provide an original test report for antibiotic residues from an NABL accredited lab, done within the last month.
Retention Sample: Retain a sample of at least 500g or 500ml from each batch, with evidence of storage and an undertaking for sample retention.

For Products Manufactured in India:

Company Details: Include proof of incorporation, MSME, GST certificate.
Manufacturing Facility: Submit registration certificates, factory license, and any facility or process certifications.
Process Documentation: Provide a process flowchart, self-declaration or process certification for antibiotic-free production, and records maintained.

For Imported Products:

Company Details: Proof of registration in India and an antibiotic-free certificate from the country of origin.
Manufacturer Documentation: Include a flowchart of the manufacturing process, relevant certifications, and proof of facility certification.

Renewal Process

Application: Submit a renewal application three months before the certificate expires using the prescribed form.
Processing Fee: Pay a non-refundable fee of Rs. 10,000 via DD.
Documentation:

New antibiotic test report.
Revised labels and brochures if there are changes.

Notarized self-declaration on Rs. 100/- stamp paper confirming that product details remain unchanged.
For further details, visit the CAA website.

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