Table of Contents Why India Dominates the Global Spice Trade The Real Problem: 60,000 Exporters, 200 Reliable Ones Section 1: Legal Registrations Every Genuine Spice Exporter Must Have Section 2: Quality Certifications — What They Mean by Market Section 3: Quality Testing — COA, NABL Labs and What to Actually Read Section 4: Traceability — The New Non-Negotiable Section 5: Processing Infrastructure — What Separates Traders from Manufacturers Section 6: Market-by-Market Compli

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A definitive, book-style guide for founders who want to build a real spice business, not just launch another brand. Introduction: Why This Guide Is Written Like a Book (And Not a Blog) India has never had a shortage of spices. It has also never had a shortage of people trying to sell spices. What India lacks even in 2025 is a large number of well-structured, backend-strong, repeat-driven spice businesses. Every year, hundreds of founders enter this space with genuine intent.