{"id":2263,"date":"2025-07-12T13:40:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-12T08:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/?p=2263"},"modified":"2026-03-10T10:47:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T05:17:19","slug":"food-export","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/","title":{"rendered":"Start a Food Export Business: Top Commodities and Their HS Codes You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Why_Now_Is_the_Right_Time_to_Enter_Indias_Food_Export_Market\" >Why Now Is the Right Time to Enter India\u2019s Food Export Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#What_are_HS_Codes_Harmonized_System_Codes_Your_Guide_to_Export_Success\" >What are HS Codes (Harmonized System Codes): Your Guide to Export Success<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Related_Why_Now_Is_the_Best_Time_to_Launch_a_Food_Startup_in_India\" >Related: Why Now Is the Best Time to Launch a Food Startup in India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Leading_Food_Export_Products_from_India_with_Their_HS_Codes\" >Leading Food Export Products from India with Their HS Codes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#A_Spices_Indias_Export_Strength\" >A. Spices: India\u2019s Export Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#B_Processed_Fruits_and_Vegetables\" >B. Processed Fruits and Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#C_Dairy_Products\" >C. Dairy Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#D_Cereal-Based_Preparations\" >D. Cereal-Based Preparations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#E_Beverages\" >E. Beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#F_Miscellaneous_Processed_Foods\" >F. Miscellaneous Processed Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Forecast_for_Growth_in_Exports_and_Government_Assistance\" >Forecast for Growth in Exports and Government Assistance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Key_Government_Schemes_Supporting_Food_Exports\" >Key Government Schemes Supporting Food Exports<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Related_How_PM_Kisan_SAMPADA_Yojana_Is_Fueling_Indias_Agro-Industrial_Revolution\" >Related: How PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana Is Fueling India\u2019s Agro-Industrial Revolution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Steps_to_Start_Your_Food_Export_Business\" >Steps to Start Your Food Export Business<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Related_Video_On_Food_Processing\" >Related Video On Food Processing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#NPCS_Role_in_Supporting_Entrepreneurs_to_Establish_Food_Export_Ventures\" >NPCS Role in Supporting Entrepreneurs to Establish Food Export Ventures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#India_Continues_to_Have_a_Gateway_to_High_Potential_Opportunities\" >India Continues to Have a Gateway to High Potential Opportunities<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/food-export\/#Which_business_to_start_How_to_choose_a_business_idea\" >Which business to start? How to choose a business idea?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Now_Is_the_Right_Time_to_Enter_Indias_Food_Export_Market\"><\/span><strong>Why Now Is the Right Time to Enter India\u2019s Food Export Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The food export business in India is booming like never before. The government is encouraging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/books\/food-processing-food-industry-agriculture-agro-processing-processed-food-cereal-food-fruits-vegetables-bakery-confectionery-milk-dairy-meat-fisheries-spices-oils-fats-coconut-tea-tobacco-based-products\/z,,a,23,0,a\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">food processing<\/a> and value addition which encourages global trade. India\u2019s food products are in great demand internationally, ranging from spices to dairy, processed snacks, and even organic millets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to an April 2023 article in <em>The Economic Times<\/em>, \u201cIndia&#8217;s Agri-Food Product Exports Cross $46 Billion Milestone\u201d, India&#8217;s total exported agri-food products reached a staggering 46.43 billion dollars in 2023-24. Moreover, this includes a large share of processed goods, spices, dairy, and traditional ingredients which are witnessing huge demand in Asia, Africa, Europe, and America.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For entrepreneurs, researching product demand in foreign markets and understanding the Harmonized System (HS) codes relevant to those products is crucial for success. Additionally, HS codes are vital for export customs clearance, compliance, and availing customs incentives.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_HS_Codes_Harmonized_System_Codes_Your_Guide_to_Export_Success\"><\/span><strong>What are HS Codes (Harmonized System Codes): Your Guide to Export Success<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HS codes (Harmonized System codes) are crucial numbers recognized globally for categorizing products for trade. As created by the World Customs Organization (WCO), <strong>HS Codes<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Support international trade by categorically systemizing products<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Aid in the determination of tariffs, taxes, and duties<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Assist in ensuring regulatory compliance for exporters and importers<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Are necessary to claim government-subsidized export benefits<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each product is allocated a specific code \u2014 for example:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Turmeric powder<\/strong>: 09103030<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Processed mango pulp<\/strong>: 20089910<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exporters need to strategically classify goods to optimize logistics, documentation, and obtain financial advantages.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Why_Now_Is_the_Best_Time_to_Launch_a_Food_Startup_in_India\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/food-startup\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Why Now Is the Best Time to Launch a Food Startup in India<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leading_Food_Export_Products_from_India_with_Their_HS_Codes\"><\/span><strong>Leading Food Export Products from India with Their HS Codes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The data around commodities expands India\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/profile-projects-reports\/profiles\/food-processing-agriculture-based-projects-snack-food-frozen-food-agro-processing-technology-processed-food-instant-food-food-industry-food-preservation-canned-food-packed-food-ready-eat-food-cereal-food-pickle-spices-grain-milling\/z,,34,0,a\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">food<\/a> export ecosystem. The following table summarizes the most exported products along with their HS codes and usage-based export performance (MoFPI Annual Report 2022-23 and APEDA):<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Sr. No<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Commodity Category<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Examples<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>HS Code(s)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Export Value (2023-24)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>1<\/td>\r\n<td>Spices<\/td>\r\n<td>Turmeric, Chili, Cumin, Pepper<\/td>\r\n<td>0904, 0905, 0909, 0910<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 4.74 Billion<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>2<\/td>\r\n<td>Processed Fruits &amp; Vegetables<\/td>\r\n<td>Mango Pulp, Dried Veg, Fruit Juice<\/td>\r\n<td>2001 to 2009 series<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 1.16 Billion<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>3<\/td>\r\n<td>Dairy Products<\/td>\r\n<td>Milk Powder, Ghee, Butter<\/td>\r\n<td>0401 to 0406<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 625 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>4<\/td>\r\n<td>Cereal Preparations<\/td>\r\n<td>Breakfast Cereals, RTD Mixes<\/td>\r\n<td>1904<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 842 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>5<\/td>\r\n<td>Groundnuts<\/td>\r\n<td>Shelled Peanuts<\/td>\r\n<td>1202<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 861 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>6<\/td>\r\n<td>Pulses<\/td>\r\n<td>Chickpeas, Lentils, Moong Dal<\/td>\r\n<td>0713<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 687 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>7<\/td>\r\n<td>Jaggery and Sugar Products<\/td>\r\n<td>Traditional Sweets, Candies<\/td>\r\n<td>1701 to 1704<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 431 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>8<\/td>\r\n<td>Cocoa &amp; Chocolate Products<\/td>\r\n<td>Chocolate, Cocoa Powder<\/td>\r\n<td>1806<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 184 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>9<\/td>\r\n<td>Beverages<\/td>\r\n<td>Alcoholic Drinks, Fruit Beverages<\/td>\r\n<td>2202, 2203, 2208<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 375 Million<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>10<\/td>\r\n<td>Misc. Processed Foods<\/td>\r\n<td>Sauces, Pickles, Instant Mixes<\/td>\r\n<td>2103, 2106<\/td>\r\n<td>USD 1.33 Billion<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Spices_Indias_Export_Strength\"><\/span><strong>A. Spices: India\u2019s Export Strength<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is the largest producer and exporter of spices in the world. With exports touching nearly <strong>USD 4.74 billion<\/strong>, spices contribute about <strong>9% of India\u2019s total agricultural exports<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Key HS Codes<\/strong>: 0904 (Pepper), 0905 (Vanilla), 0909 (Seeds of Anise, Fennel), 0910 (Turmeric, Ginger)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Top Markets<\/strong>: USA, China, Bangladesh, UAE, UK<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Processed_Fruits_and_Vegetables\"><\/span><strong>B. Processed Fruits and Vegetables<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exporting products like mango pulp and canned mushrooms has great potential with around <strong>USD 1.16 billion<\/strong> in exports.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Key HS Codes<\/strong>: 2001 to 2009<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Top Markets<\/strong>: Middle East, Russia, Southeast Asia<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Dairy_Products\"><\/span><strong>C. Dairy Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s growth in dairy exports is small compared to other countries, but it\u2019s rapidly increasing, particularly to the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Key HS Codes<\/strong>: 0401 (Milk), 0405 (Butter), 0406 (Cheese)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Forecast<\/strong>: Exports are projected to increase due to the demand for dairy in Indian cuisine, such as ghee and paneer<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Cereal-Based_Preparations\"><\/span><strong>D. Cereal-Based Preparations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready-to-eat mixes, health bars, and snacks made from millet are all included in this category.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Key HS Code<\/strong>: 1904 (Prepared Foods)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Growth Drivers<\/strong>: The United States and Europe have shown interest in healthy, gluten-free, and millet-based food<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E_Beverages\"><\/span><strong>E. Beverages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exports of India\u2019s traditional beverages like Aam Panna and Kokum drinks, as well as alcoholic beverages, are in demand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Key HS Codes<\/strong>: 2202 (Soft Drinks), 2203 (Beer), 2208 (Spirits)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"F_Miscellaneous_Processed_Foods\"><\/span><strong>F. Miscellaneous Processed Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With over <strong>USD 1.33 billion<\/strong> in exports, this category is the largest single segment. Exports include sauces, instant mixes, and ready-to-eat meals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Main Markets<\/strong>: USA, Canada, UK, and Australia<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forecast_for_Growth_in_Exports_and_Government_Assistance\"><\/span><strong>Forecast for Growth in Exports and Government Assistance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to policy estimates, <strong>India\u2019s food exports are expected to touch USD 100 billion by 2030<\/strong>. The projections are driven by:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>The surge in popularity of Indian ethnic, organic, and healthy foods globally<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Processing capacity rise due to Mega Food Parks and Agro-Processing Clusters<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Accelerated exports by APEDA, Spices Board, and MoFPI<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Current Free Trade Agreements with ASEAN, UAE, and EU<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Government_Schemes_Supporting_Food_Exports\"><\/span><strong>Key Government Schemes Supporting Food Exports<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana<\/strong>: Provides capital grants for food processing units<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>PM Formalization of Micro Food Enterprises<\/strong>: Aid for micro-level food processors<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Production Linked Incentive (PLI)<\/strong> for Food Processing: Encourages value-addition for export<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_How_PM_Kisan_SAMPADA_Yojana_Is_Fueling_Indias_Agro-Industrial_Revolution\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/pm-kisan-sampada-yojana\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How PM Kisan SAMPADA Yojana Is Fueling India\u2019s Agro-Industrial Revolution<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Start_Your_Food_Export_Business\"><\/span><strong>Steps to Start Your Food Export Business<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Identify Your Product And Market: Analyze export data to spot potential demand<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Register with DGFT to obtain IEC (Import Export Code)<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Comply with FSSAI Regulations and international standards like ISO, HACCP etc.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Employ Correct HS Codes in Documentation for appropriate customs clearance<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Reach out to APEDA or Spices Board for technical and marketing support<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Select Logistics Partners and Providers for cold chain services<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Leverage Government Schemes for funding and infrastructure support<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"block-da3d8b58-b811-44bb-b5dc-0c281c6ab84a\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Video_On_Food_Processing\"><\/span><strong>Related Video On Food Processing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">https:\/\/youtube.com\/playlist?list=PL61bSU5tvb-VXKoCG3pd7C5EFwnbo5vWC&amp;si=e7IUfCmm09K3gm_T<\/div>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NPCS_Role_in_Supporting_Entrepreneurs_to_Establish_Food_Export_Ventures\"><\/span><strong>NPCS Role in Supporting Entrepreneurs to Establish Food Export Ventures<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Niir Project Consultancy Services (NPCS) is well known in industrial consulting and helps entrepreneurs start businesses. NPCS prepares Market Survey cum Detailed Techno Economic Feasibility Reports which provide:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Manufacturing processes<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Raw materials and procurement<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Plant layout<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Financial projections<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They assess the feasibility for food export ventures and provide detailed support from idea development to implementation including market entry strategies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Continues_to_Have_a_Gateway_to_High_Potential_Opportunities\"><\/span><strong>India Continues to Have a Gateway to High Potential Opportunities<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The potential niches in India\u2019s food export industry are endless. With the proper understanding of the HS codes, and the right commodities such as spices, processed foods, dairy, and even beverages, one can penetrate a global market.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Food export businesses are now easier to set up than ever, because of government schemes, infrastructure support, as well as consulting firms like NPCS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has a global presence for their cuisine\u2014Indian flavors are enjoyed by many around the world!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_business_to_start_How_to_choose_a_business_idea\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/business-finder\">Which business to start? How to choose a business idea?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Now Is the Right Time to Enter India\u2019s Food Export Market The food export business in India is booming like never before. The government is encouraging food processing and value addition which encourages global trade. India\u2019s food products are in great demand internationally, ranging from spices to dairy, processed snacks, and even organic millets. 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