APEDA Compliances

APEDA Complainces

📦 APEDA Compliances for Exporters in India

Ensuring Quality, Traceability & Global Market Access

APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, regulates and promotes the export of scheduled agricultural and processed food products from India. Businesses registered with APEDA must adhere to a set of compliance norms to maintain export eligibility and global standards.

📝 File Form 10B / 10BB

All exporters dealing in APEDA-scheduled products such as:

Fresh fruits & vegetables
Cereals, pulses & organic products
Processed foods, pickles, confectionery
Dairy, honey, meat & poultry products

Whether you’re a first-time exporter or a seasoned player, maintaining APEDA compliances is crucial for:

International quality assurance
Regulatory clearance at ports
Market access in the EU, Middle East, USA, and other regions

📝 Key Compliances under APEDA

1. RCMC (Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate)

Exporters must obtain a valid RCMC from APEDA, which remains valid for 5 years. Timely renewal ensures uninterrupted access to export markets and APEDA schemes.

2. Product Quality & Standards

Adherence to quality standards is non-negotiable:

Follow FSSAI, Codex Alimentarius, or importing country-specific regulations
Implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP)
Ensure HACCP certification for high-risk food categories

3. Laboratory Testing

For items like meat, honey, dairy, and organic foods, laboratory testing is mandatory:

Samples must be tested in APEDA-recognized labs
Residue analysis reports are often required for exports to the EU and Gulf countries

4. Packaging & Labeling

All products must be:

Packed using export-worthy, food-grade materials
Labeled as per buyer and importing country norms (language, nutritional facts, barcode, QR code, traceability info)

5. Periodic Return Filing

Exporters are required to submit:

Periodic reports on export activities through the APEDA online portal
Accurate export data including quantity, destination, and buyer details

6. Traceability & Record Keeping

Every lot or batch exported should be fully traceable:

Maintain proper batch codes, production records, lab reports, and shipping documents
Comply with traceability frameworks (especially in the organic or GI-tagged products segment)

7. Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Exporters must also comply with:

DGFT export licensing conditions
FSSAI regulations on processed and packaged foods
Indian Customs, Plant Quarantine, and port health clearances

🌐 Why APEDA Compliance Matters?

✅ Builds trust and transparency with global buyers
✅ Ensures faster customs clearance and reduced risk of rejection
✅ Makes you eligible for APEDA incentives, subsidies & market promotion schemes
✅ Enhances your brand’s international reputation

📤 Need Help Staying Compliant?

Our team offers end-to-end assistance with:

APEDA Registration & Renewal
Quality Certifications (HACCP, ISO, Organic NPOP, etc.)
Export Documentation & Filing
Lab Testing Coordination & Traceability Setup
Compliance Audits & SOP Creation

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APEDA Complainces