What is an Automatic Batch Coding Machine?

A Videojet automatic batch coding machine prints batch number, manufacturing date (MFD), expiry date, MRP and lot number on every pack — without stopping the production line. Designed for India’s FMCG, pharmaceutical, food & beverage and dairy sectors, our machines operate at up to 6 metres per second and comply with FSSAI, Drugs & Cosmetics Act and Legal Metrology requirements.

RegulationRequirement
FSSAI ActMFD, expiry date & batch number on all packaged food products
Drugs & Cosmetics ActBatch no, MFD, expiry date & price on all pharma products
Legal Metrology ActMRP, net quantity & batch number on all pre-packaged goods
Schedule M (GMP)Batch traceability & audit-ready coding records for pharma
TechnologyCIJLaserTTOTIJ
Best ForBottles, cans, glass, metal, plasticPET, aluminium, metal, glassFlexible films, pouches, laminatesCartons, labels, pharma packs
SpeedUp to 6 m/secUp to 3 m/sec600 mm/secMedium speed
ConsumablesInk + solventNone — zero costRibbonInk cartridge
Key FeatureIP55. Non-contact. Auto-clean printheadPermanent codes. Tamper-proofNo inks near food. Food-safe ribbons600 DPI. GS1 / DataMatrix
Ideal IndustryFood, Pharma, FMCG, ChemicalsPharma anti-counterfeit, Beverage, AutoBakery, Dairy, Snacks, FMCGPharma serialisation, FMCG secondary pkg
  • Food & Beverage: FSSAI date coding on bottles, cans, cartons and pouches
  • Pharmaceutical: Schedule M batch coding on vials, ampoules, cartons and blister packs
  • FMCG & Packaged Goods: Legal Metrology MRP printing on all pre-packaged consumer products
  • Dairy: MFD and expiry coding on milk pouches, curd, paneer and ghee packs
  • Bakery & Snacks: Best-before date and batch number on flexible wrappers and pouches
  • Chemicals & Auto: Lot number and traceability codes on drums, pipes, cables and components
AdvantageWhat It Means for Your Production Line
50+ Years ExperienceDeep application knowledge for every Indian manufacturing environment
400,000+ Units InstalledMost trusted CIJ brand globally — proven at scale
FSSAI & GMP Compliant InksFood-grade and pharma-grade inks for every technology
Code Assurance TechnologyEvery code auto-verified before the pack moves on — zero mislabels
Pan-India Service (50+ cities)Fast on-site response. Genuine spares same-day.
IP55-Rated EquipmentBuilt for Indian conditions — wash-down, dust, high humidity
What is the price of an automatic batch coding machine in India?

Videojet batch coders start from ₹1.8 lakh (TIJ) to ₹15 lakh (laser), depending on technology and application. Contact us at 7506345599 for a quote matched to your line.

Which machine is best for pharma packaging?

TIJ for secondary packaging (cartons, blister cards) at 600 DPI for GS1/DataMatrix; CIJ for primary packaging (vials, ampoules, bottles) at high line speed.

Is batch coding mandatory in India?

Yes. FSSAI, Legal Metrology Act, Drugs & Cosmetics Act and Schedule M GMP all require batch coding. Non-compliance can result in product seizure, penalties and licence cancellation.

What information can the machine print?

Batch number, lot number, MFD, expiry date, MRP, barcodes (1D & 2D), QR codes, GS1 DataMatrix, serial numbers, shift codes and any variable text.