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AEPC Registration and Subsidy Schemes for Apparel Exporters
Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) is the official organisation recognised by the government for promoting the export of apparels. AEPC was formed with the intention of promoting and supporting Indian apparel exporters and to facilitate the establishment and growth of their business. Read this guide to learn more about how an apparel exporter can register with AEPC and avail benefits under its subsidy schemes as an AEPC RCMC holder.
MPEDA - How to Register Online & Subsidy Schemes for Exporters
The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) was formed with the aim of expanding and sustaining the commercial prospects of marine products for both domestic and overseas markets. This guide will take you through how you can become MPEDA's member by applying for its RCMC online and what are the benefits which you can avail by registering with MPEDA as an exporter of marine products.
EPCG | Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme 2020
Do you import capital goods for the sake of local production and reexports? Or perhaps you source your goods domestically from export-oriented units? In either case, the Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) scheme can help you save big bucks. Here's how.
What is a Fumigation Certificate?
A fumigation certificate validates whether all the wooden contents that are part of the cargo, such as the boxes, pallets, etc. have been chemically disinfected. It is also known as a pest-control certificate
How to file a Shipping Bill Online
As mentioned in our detailed piece on the Shipping Bill, there are different forms that have been prescribed by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). Your choice would depend on whether you intend to export duty-free goods, dutiable goods, under drawback, or duty-free goods ex-bond.
Export Inspection Council (EIC) of India | Importance of the Certification in export
The export inspection council is India’s official export-certification authority, formed to certify the safety and quality of products that are exported from India. Set up by the government, the EIC falls under Section 3 of the Export (Quality Control and Inspection) Act, 1963.
Ex Works (EXW) Incoterms - Explained In International Trade
EXW Incoterm stands for Ex Works, having an EXW arrangement means that there is minimum obligation for the seller, whereby he is responsible only till the delivery of goods at the named place, and the buyer covers the entire shipping cost.
What’s the difference between Freight Collect and Freight Prepaid?
Freight Collect and Freight Prepaid are both export/import-related freight arrangements. Either can be used to denote the responsibility of the freight expenses of international trade.