Marine Products Export Development Authority

In 1972, the Government of India (GoI) introduced Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) to diversify aquaculture, promote the marine product industry for exports, regulate exports of marine products, and ensure sustainability and quality in the production of seafood. MPEDA acts as a nodal agency to develop, expand and improve the quality of the seafood industry by collaborating with other governments and meeting the seafood requirement globally.

Overview

The marine industry in India plays a significant role in creating a massive demand for international trade, generating employment opportunities and valuable foreign exchange earnings. The export products are distributed by top countries such as Japan, the United States of America, the European Union, and South-West Asia.

MPEDA was set up under the Marine Products Export Development AuthorityAct 1972 (No.13 of 1972) by GoI. Though the initial stages recorded slow growth, it expanded drastically in several phases after 1985, directly resulting in boosting economic growth, increased trade in seafood products, sociocultural and technological developments, and economic developments for a sustainable livelihood.

The increased export of seafood through international trade created a drastic change in Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) to regulate and implement as per the changes to the global trade environment, revised trade agreements of the World Trade Organisation (WHO), and Non-agricultural market access (NAMA).

The revised trade agreements led MPEDA to develop new bilateral and regional negotiations that formed Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs), Fisheries Partnership Agreements (FPA), tariff measures, non-tariff measures, subsidies, and eco-labeling. MPEDA also provides financial assistance to all stakeholders in fishery sectors through the online portal to increase infrastructure and export production.

Objectives of MPEDA

Promote the marine products industry to increase export production in the international market as per FTP
To promote all varieties of marine products for export
Create a platform to notify the new measures and standards for fishing vessels, storage units, processing plants, and conveyances
Increase the economic stability for all stakeholders and create a sustainable livelihood
Provide certificates for exporters, farmers, and fishermen to help avail benefits, identify illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing
Increase marketing and infrastructure to upgrade technology and develop marketing strategies
Improve the quality of production by implementing training and research centers
To implement schemes to provide support for industries and stakeholders
To execute a code of conduct for responsible fishing to create employment opportunities, recreation, global trade, and increase economic standards

Missions of MPEDA

Coordinate with all stakeholders across the globe to increase the value chain of seafood export.
To implement regulations that would provide increased trade performance, subsidy measures, and improve eco-labels on trade

Key functions of MPEDA

Promoting Indian marine products in international markets
Collaborating with WTO for better trade relations
Developing infrastructure and technology for preserving and modernizing the quality by implementing schemes
Increase the productivity of fishing through deep-sea fishing projects, joint ventures, and the upgradation of machinery
Inspects marine products and raw materials to implement regulations and specifications to maintain seafood quality for international markets.
Provide training through research centers for aquaculture farmers to improve the quality of export production
Provides services to protect and increase the reproductive rate of essential species in aquatic life

Services by MPEDA

MPEDA provides certification, training, and dispute settlement in the international market. Certificate from MPEDA is offered to the following members:

Exporters

Farmers and

Fisherman

MPEDA also provides an eSANCHITH certificate for international trade. Fee details of eSANCHITH certificates are as follows:

S. No.	Certificate	Fees (Rs.)
1	Registration as an Exporter of marine products	5000
2	RCMC	5000
3	Catch Certificate for EU for frozen cargo	2500
4	Catch Certificate for EU for Chilled/Dried/Live cargo	750
5	Catch Certificate for non-EU for frozen cargo	2500
6	Catch Certificate for non-EU for Chilled/Dried/Live cargo	750
7	DS 2031 for export of shrimp to the USA	2000
8	ICCAT Statistical Document for frozen cargo	1000
9	ICCAT Statistical Document for Chilled or Dried or Live cargo	450
10	Certificate of Legal Origin to Chile for frozen cargo	1000
11	Certificate of Legal Origin to Chile for Chilled or Dried or Live cargo	450

Category of Permitted Marine Products by MPEDA

S. No	Marine Products
1	Frozen Marine Products
2	Canned Marine Products
3	Freeze-Dried Marine Products
4	Live Marine Products (other than Ornamental Fish)
5	Dried Marine Products
6	Chilled Marine Products
7	Ornamental Fish
8	Others (Edible)/(Non-Edible)

Category of permitted Fishing vessels and Processing Entities by MPEDA

S. No.	Title
1	Processing Plants
2	Storage Premises
3	Conveyance
4	Pre-Processing Centres
5	Live Fish Handling Centre
6	Chilled Fish Handling Centre
7	Dried Fish Handling Centre
8	Independent Cold Storages

Application Forms for Registration by MPEDA

S. No	Title	Form Number	Rule Number
1	Fishing Vessels	Form I	Rule 33
2	Processing Plants	Form II	Rule 33
3	Storage Premises	Form III	Rule 33
4	Conveyance of Transport	Form IV	Rule 33

Forms for Issuing Certificate of Registration by MPEDA

S. No	Title	Form Number	Rule Number
1	Fishing Vessels	Form V	Rule 34(3)
2	Processing Plants	Form VI	Rule 34(3)
3	Storage Premises	Form VII	Rule 34(3)
4	Conveyance of Transport	Form VIII	Rule 34(3)
5	Marine Products	Form IX	Rule 34(3)

Registration Process

Manual Process for Registration

Step 1: Check for required documents as per the requirement of MPEDA

Step 2: Complete the application form along with annexures 1, 2 and 3

Step 3: The application form and fee must be sent through MO/DO/PO to the Secretary or the officer authorized to accept the conditions.

Step 4: The applicant shall receive the letter of confirmation through mail or Implementing Agency

Online Process for Registration

Step 1: The applicant shall log into MPEDA online registration website, http://e-mpeda.nic.in/registration/Reg_login.aspx.

Step 2: Select the New User option to register with MPDEA.

Step 3: Fill the boxes with valid credentials

Step 4: After saving the application, an automated email with a link will be sent to the email address for creating a new username and password

Step 5: After creating a username and password, sign in to the MPEDA website

Step 6: Provide all the necessary documents

Step 7: After the documents are validated, the Certificate will be sent to the email address

Validity of the Certificate

The Certificate provided by the D/O of MPEDA is valid for five years.

Renewal of Registration

The applicant shall follow the same process for re-registration two months before the expiry date.

Documents Required for Registration

Proof of documents related to the registered company or firm
Documents of directors, partners, and partnership agreement
Projects undertaken
Original registration certificate
Total investment for the company and title deed
Details of the applicant, such as Driver’s License, PAN card, Aadhar card
Details of foreign trade agreements (if any)
All certificates from corporation and emission offices
EIA Code for the registered plant
SSI Registration number
Copy of the Certificate of the Importer Code (IEC) issued DGFT
Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Plant Layout
Three years’ Balance Sheet authorized by CA

Fee Details of MPEDA

S. No.	Title	Fee Amount
1	Registration Fee	5000
2	Application fee to attached along with documents	200

DGFT Registration cum Membership Certificate (RCMC)- Earlier, an exporter desiring to obtain an RCMC had to file an application in Form ANF 2C with the Tea Board and declare his mainstream business in the application. The procedure was outlined above for reference.

The Director-General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued a Trade Notice No.35/2021-2022 for Mandatory Electronic filing of Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) or Registration Certificate (RC) through DGFT Common Digital Platform with effect from 01.04.2022.

With this Trade Notice, DGFT informed that a new Common Digital Platform (DGFT e-RCMC module) for Issuance of RCMC had been developed, which would be single-point access for all exporters & importers. This Common Digital Platform is designed to provide an electronic, contactless single window for the RCMC/RC-related processes, including Applications for Fresh/ Amendment/ Renewal of RCMC/ RC.

FAQs

What is MPEDA?

The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is a government agency in India established in 1972 under the Marine Products Export Development Authority Act. It operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.

What is the role of MPEDA?

MPEDA’s primary role is to promote and develop the export of marine products from India. It undertakes various activities to enhance the quality, value, and competitiveness of Indian marine products in the global market. This includes providing technical assistance, conducting research, implementing quality control measures, and organizing promotional activities.

How does MPEDA support the marine products industry?

MPEDA supports the marine products industry through a range of initiatives, including:

Providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, modernization, and quality improvement.
Offering training programs for fishermen, processors, and exporters to enhance skills and knowledge.
Facilitating market access by promoting Indian marine products internationally and organizing trade fairs and exhibitions.
Implementing quality control measures to ensure compliance with international standards and regulations.
Conducting research and development activities to address industry challenges and promote innovation.

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