What is AEPC and how does it help Indian textile businesses?

AEPC stands for Apparel Export Promotion Council — a government-sponsored body under India Ministry of Textiles that promotes and develops the Indian apparel export industry.

Key benefits AEPC provides:

• RCMC certificate: Required for many export duty drawbacks and incentive schemes
• International trade fair participation: Texworld Paris, Magic Las Vegas, Heimtextil, Canton Fair — subsidized stall allocation for Indian exporters
• Buyer-seller meets: Connecting Indian manufacturers with global buyers
• RODTEP scheme guidance: Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products — tax refund for exporters
• Skill development: Training programs for textile workforce

Who should register: Any Indian garment manufacturer or exporter wanting export incentives, international trade fair access, or global buyer connections.