What is APEDA Registration or APEDA RCMC Registration?

APEDA Registration, or Registration-Cum-Membership-Certification (RCMC), is granted by APEDA authorities to exporters of scheduled food products. Exporters must obtain RCMC membership to commence business with these products according to the guidelines.

Objectives of APEDA Registration

The objectives of APEDA Registration are to enhance the export of scheduled food products in the global market, focusing on:

 

Issuing registrations to exporters.

 

Supporting the development of industries related to scheduled food products.

 

Regulating standards and specifications for exports.

 

Improving packaging and marketing for better market reach.

 

Conducting training programs to develop the export industry.

 

Participating in food festivals to promote scheduled food items internationally.

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Eligibility for APEDA Registration
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Any individual or food business operator engaged in exporting food products listed under the First and Second Schedule of the APEDA Act is eligible for APEDA Registration. Exporters are expected to obtainAPEDA Registration within one month of their business incorporation.

Scheduled Food Products Under APEDA Act

First Schedule:

 

Fruits, vegetables, and their products

 

Meat and meat products

 

Poultry and poultry products

 

Dairy products

 

All kinds of chocolates, cocoa, and their products

 

Cereals and cereal products

 

Pickles, chutneys, and papads

 

De-oiled rice bran

 

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

 

Green pepper in brine

 

Guar gum

 

Floriculture and floriculture products

 

Herbal and medicinal plants

 

Confectionery, biscuits, and bakery products

 

Honey, jaggery, and sugar products

Second Schedule:

 

Basmati Rice

Documents Required for APEDA Registration

To successfully register, the following documents are required :

 

Import-export code issued by the DGFT

 

Signed certificate from the bank

 

Statement of account for the last two months

 

Cancelled cheque

 

GST registration certificate

 

Duly signed APEDA Registration Form

Additional Documents Required for Manufacturer Exporters :

 

Central FSSAI Registration

 

DIS/SIA issued by the Department of Horticulture (if applicable)

 

Certificate of Incorporation (for partnerships, if required)

 

NOC from the pollution control board

 

MSME certificate (if applicable)

 

Halal certificate (if applicable)