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How to calculate FOB price for cotton fabric export to UK?

I manufacture cotton fabric in Surat. A UK buyer wants an FOB price quote. My current pricing is just cost + margin. How do I properly calculate FOB including all the port charges, freight, and insurance components?

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WHO-GMP certificate renewal process — how early should we start?

Our WHO-GMP certificate expires in 6 months. Last time we started 3 months before and barely made it. We export API to Southeast Asia. How early should we begin the renewal audit process and what documents do CDSCO inspectors typically ask for during inspection?

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Sourcing quality raw castings for machined components — where to look?

We do CNC machining of industrial flanges and valve bodies in Rajkot. The biggest challenge is getting consistent-quality grey iron castings. Local foundries vary a lot in quality. Has anyone found reliable casting suppliers on BharatSeal or elsewhere? What quality checks do you do before accepting a casting lot?

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How I got my Moradabad brassware listed on Etsy UK — full journey

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How to get IATF 16949 certification for a tier-2 auto parts supplier?

We supply rubber seals and gaskets to tier-1 OEM suppliers in Chennai. Our customer is now pushing us to get IATF 16949 certification within one year. We already have ISO 9001. What is the gap and how much additional work is IATF on top of ISO 9001? Any consultants who have helped small units like ours?

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FSSAI license upgrade from State to Central — when is it mandatory?

We process and pack chutneys and condiments in Andhra Pradesh. Currently have a State FSSAI license. Our CA says if we want to export we need a Central FSSAI license. At what annual turnover or export volume does it become mandatory to upgrade, and what is the application process?

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Managing REACH compliance for dye exports to the EU — practical experience

We manufacture reactive dyes in Ankleshwar and have been trying to export to Germany for 2 years. REACH compliance has been the main blocker. We finally figured out the substance registration process through an Only Representative. Sharing our experience in case it helps other chemical exporters facing the same wall.

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EPR registration for plastic packaging manufacturers — is it mandatory now?

We manufacture HDPE woven bags for industrial packaging in Silvassa. I keep hearing that EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) registration on the CPCB portal is now mandatory for plastic packaging producers. Can someone confirm the current status and what penalties apply if a unit has not registered yet?

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How do I get ISO 9001 for a small factory with 12 workers?

A German buyer is asking for ISO 9001 certification. We are a small factory with 12 workers making precision metal components in Ludhiana. What is the full process to get certified and how much does it roughly cost?

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My first export order to Germany — what I wish I knew

After 2 years of trying, I finally shipped my first 20ft container to a German importer. Here is what I got completely wrong and what I would do differently. Hope this saves someone else time.

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Which BIS certifications are required to sell LED drivers domestically?

We assemble LED drivers in Pune for the domestic market. Our buyer says BIS certification is mandatory under CRS. Can someone explain which specific standard applies to LED drivers and how long the CRS certification process takes? Our products are in the 10W to 100W range.

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APEDA registration for spice export — step by step process?

I grow and process chilli powder and turmeric in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. I want to start exporting to the Middle East. Someone told me APEDA registration is mandatory. Can you walk me through the full registration process, the fees, and what documents are needed?