Tobacco Board Registration
Overview
The Tobacco Board of India, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, regulates and promotes the tobacco industry by granting essential certifications to merchant traders and manufacturers.
One of its primary functions is issuing Certificates of Origin and GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) certificates, which provide evidence of Indian origin and enable preferential treatment in trade agreements.
The Board also drives industry growth through initiatives in technology, agricultural practices, and manufacturing processes, enhancing efficiency and competitiveness.
By overseeing quality standards and legal compliance, the Tobacco Board ensures safe, transparent production and trade of tobacco products.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicable For
- Packers of tobacco
- Processors of tobacco
- Merchant exporters & dealers
- Manufacturers of Virginia tobacco products
- Exporters of manufactured products
- Exporters of tobacco and its allied products
Registration Categories
- Exporters of Tobacco Products
- Exporters of Unmanufactured Tobacco
Documents Required
Benefits
- Ensures regulatory adherence across manufacturing, distribution, and sales
- Protects consumers by enforcing quality and safety standards
- Promotes health and safety through compliance measures
- Enhances market oversight to prevent counterfeits and illegal trade
- Facilitates proper taxation and revenue collection
- Supports data collection for policy development and strategic planning
- Maintains market stability and fair competition
- Considers environmental impact through cultivation and production standards
- Fosters research and development in the tobacco sector
- Encourages licensing accountability with mechanisms for disciplinary action
Renewal & Validity
Validity: 1–5 years
Renewal Window: Renewable as per Tobacco Board guidelines