Coconut Development Board RCMC (Registration Cum Membership Certificate)
Mandatory export registration and RCMC for exporting virgin coconut oil, desiccated coconut, coconut shell charcoal, and copra.
Overview
The Coconut Development Board (CDB) is a statutory body established by the Government of India under the Coconut Development Board Act, 1979, functioning under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare with headquarters in Kochi, Kerala. Under the Foreign Trade Policy, the Coconut Development Board is designated as the nodal Export Promotion Council for coconut and all value-added coconut products (excluding coir fiber products, which fall under the Coir Board). Any exporter dealing in fresh tender coconuts, mature coconuts, desiccated coconut powder, coconut milk and cream, virgin coconut oil (VCO), coconut water, neera, coconut shell charcoal, and coconut shell-based activated carbon must obtain an official Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) from the CDB to clear port customs and claim FTP duty exemptions. Member exporters gain access to financial assistance schemes for modern processing technology, quality testing certifications, international trade fair participation, and export marketing grants. JRC Legal manages complete CDB RCMC registration on the unified DGFT portal.
Scope of Coconut Development Board RCMC Service
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required for Coconut Development Board RCMC
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Export Entity Identification
- Import Export Code (IEC) issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
- Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / Udyam MSME Registration Certificate
- PAN Card and Aadhaar Card of authorized director, partner, or proprietor
Banking & Quality Proofs
- Bank Certificate signed and sealed by bank manager confirming foreign currency account
- Valid FSSAI Central License (mandatory for edible coconut oils, desiccated coconut, and food items)
- Factory ownership / lease deed and municipal trade license (mandatory for Manufacturer Exporters)
Step-by-Step Coconut Development Board RCMC Procedure
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: Product Classification & IEC Audit
We audit your export commodities against CDB schedules and determine Merchant vs. Manufacturer status.
Step 2: Electronic Application Drafting on DGFT e-RCMC
We draft the application on the DGFT e-RCMC portal, attaching bank certificates, FSSAI licenses, and director KYC.
Step 3: Statutory Membership Fee Payment
We execute the official statutory government fee payment online based on your entity classification.
Step 4: Scrutiny & Digital RCMC Allotment
CDB scrutiny officers in Kochi review the dossier and issue the digital Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC).
Strategic Benefits of Coconut Development Board RCMC
Legally export coconut products, access technology upgrade subsidies, and claim export duty remissions.
Mandatory Legal Authorization for Coconut Exports
Mandatory statutory requirement to clear Indian port customs when shipping virgin coconut oil, activated carbon, or desiccated coconut.
Claim FTP Duty Remissions (RoDTEP)
Enables exporters to claim valuable duty drawbacks and Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products on coconut shipments.
Subsidies for Processing Technology Upgrades
Access capital investment grants under CDB Technology Mission schemes for installing modern extraction and packaging lines.
International Trade Fair Participation
Participate in subsidized international food exhibitions, buyer-seller meets, and Asian & Pacific Coconut Community (ICC) expos.
5-Year Multi-Year RCMC Membership Tenure
Granted with a 5-year renewable validity, ensuring uninterrupted foreign trade without recurring annual paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
Which products are covered under the Coconut Development Board RCMC?▼
The CDB regulates all coconut-derived products except coir fiber: fresh mature coconuts, tender coconut water, desiccated coconut powder, copra, virgin coconut oil (VCO), coconut milk powder, coconut shell charcoal, coconut shell briquettes, and activated carbon.
What is the validity period of a Coconut Development Board RCMC?▼
A Coconut Development Board RCMC is valid for a period of 5 financial years from the date of issuance, renewable at the end of the 5-year term.
What are the government fees for Coconut Development Board RCMC registration?▼
The official statutory registration fee charged by the Coconut Development Board is ₹5,000 (plus 18% GST, totaling ₹5,900) for a standard 5-year membership tenure.
Is coir fiber exported under the Coconut Development Board?▼
No. Coir fiber, coir yarn, coir mats, and coir geotextiles fall under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Coir Board, which issues a separate RCMC. The CDB covers edible coconut and coconut shell / charcoal products.
Is an FSSAI License mandatory for non-edible products like coconut shell charcoal?▼
No. An FSSAI License is mandatory only if you export edible food products (virgin coconut oil, desiccated coconut, coconut water). For non-edible industrial products like coconut shell charcoal or activated carbon, an FSSAI license is not required.
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