Updated on July 15, 2025 06:14:15 PM
It is essential to register your unit with the Tea Board of India if you intend to launch a tea manufacturing or processing company in India. Your manufacturing facility needs to be formally registered under the Tea Board's regulations, regardless of whether you are processing, blending, packing, or repackaging tea for export or domestic sale.
Through this registration, the unit is guaranteed to adhere to government standards for traceability, quality, and hygiene. Additionally, it aids in stopping inferior tea from being sold. In addition to receiving financial support, easier export procedures, and access to government programs, registered units also gain credibility in the tea industry.
A factory layout, an FSSAI license, any applicable pollution clearance, GST registration, ownership/lease documents, machinery details, and other required information must be submitted with the application as part of the registration process. After confirming the information, the Tea Board issues the registration certificate.
In order to continue conducting business lawfully, this certificate needs to be renewed before its expiration. Unregistered units might be subject to fines, legal action, or trade restrictions.
In addition to guaranteeing legal compliance, registering your tea manufacturing facility improves your company's reputation both domestically and abroad. The first and most crucial step towards establishing a reputable and well-known company is registering with the Tea Board if you're serious about getting into the tea business.
Businesses that process, blend, package, or repackage tea must formally register their units with the Tea Board of India. This process is known as "tea manufacturing unit registration." In addition to being a legal necessity, this registration guarantees that the manufacturing facility meets the safety, quality, and hygienic standards established by the Tea Board.
Before beginning operations, any facility producing tea for export or domestic consumption must complete this registration. It aids in product quality maintenance, tea industry regulation, and traceability from the manufacturing facility to the final customer.
Businesses that register not only fulfill legal requirements but also acquire credibility, gain access to government programs, and become eligible for benefits related to exports. The procedure entails sending in an application and certain supporting documentation for validation.
The documents that follow must be submitted to register your tea manufacturing facility with the Tea Board of India:
Applying for a Permanent Exporter Licence from the Tea Board of India is a wise choice if you are an experienced tea exporter and wish to avoid frequent renewals. Here's how to do it:
Registering a tea manufacturing unit is a mandatory legal requirement under the Tea Marketing Control Order, 2003.
| Registration Type | Government Fee (₹) | Professional Fee (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Unit Registration (new) | ₹120,000 + 18% GST = ₹141,600 | ₹20,000 |
| Mini Tea Factory Registration (new) | ₹1,000 + 18% GST = ₹1,180 |
Conclusion
One essential step in operating a legitimate and respectable tea business is registering your tea manufacturing facility with the Tea Board of India. It guarantees that your business complies with safety, hygiene, and quality standards set by the government while also providing access to a number of advantages, such as improved market access, export prospects, and government assistance.
Proper registration protects your business from legal challenges and fosters buyer trust, regardless of whether you're starting a small tea processing facility or a large factory. The procedure is effective and business-friendly, with a one-time fee and lifetime validity.
In addition to upholding the integrity of the Indian tea industry, you're laying the groundwork for long-term success by completing your registration and staying in compliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Indeed, in order to guarantee legal compliance and product quality, registration with the Tea Board of India is required before beginning any tea processing, blending, or packaging operations.
Any person or company that produces, processes, blends, or packs tea for commercial use needs to register with the Tea Board of India.
The registration of the tea manufacturing unit is valid for life after it is approved. Unless there are changes in ownership or location, there is no need to renew.
The cost is ₹1,20,000 plus 18% GST.
Yes, usually, especially for large-scale tea manufacturing facilities, a NOC or consent from the State Pollution Control Board is needed.
Yes, there is an online registration portal offered by the Tea Board of India. Online application status tracking, document uploading, and form completion are all available.
Proof of business registration, an FSSAI license, a GST certificate, a PAN card, a factory layout, proof of lease or ownership, and, if relevant, pollution clearance are among the documents.
It is unlawful to operate without Tea Board registration, and regulatory bodies may impose fines, take legal action, or close the business.
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