Industry Overview
Citronella oil is obtained from
lemongrass and is widely known for its
insect-repellent properties. It’s a key ingredient in
natural insect repellents,
candles, and
cosmetics. Its demand is increasing due to the growing preference for
organic and
eco-friendly products.
Scale and Profitability of Industry
Citronella oil extraction businesses can see
high profitability by catering to a broad range of applications, especially in the
wellness and
personal care industries. The business is scalable, and there’s increasing demand for
natural alternatives to chemical-based insect repellents.
Subsidy Opportunities
Financial support is available through schemes like
PMEGP,
MSME, and
National Clean Energy Fund for businesses that focus on
eco-friendly oil production.
Eligibility Criteria
- MSME registration
- Compliance with environmental standards
- Ability to procure high-quality raw materials from certified suppliers
Project Cost and Subsidy
- Project Cost: ₹10 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs
- Subsidy: Up to 40% under MSME and PMEGP.
To apply for the Food Processing Scheme, the following mandatory documents are required for new enterprises (Individuals/Firms) as outlined in the manual
1. PAN Card of concerned/all promoters.
2.Aadhaar Copy & Photo of all promoters/guarantors.
3. Address Proof: Any of the Officially Valid Documents (OVD) such as:
o Utility bill (not more than two months old) from any service provider (Electricity, telephone, post-paid mobile phone, piped gas, water bill).
o Property or Municipal tax paid receipt.
o Ration Card (Individual).
o Driving Licence
o Aadhaar Card.
o Voter ID Card.
4. Details of the site where the unit is to be established, including whether it is owned/rented/leased, along with proof (Lease/rent agreement should be for more than the loan repayment period).
5. Photocopy of Bank
6. Estimates and Quotation of all capital expenditure and machinery and equipment to be purchased. Statement/Bank Passbook for the last 6 months.
For existing enterprises with a turnover of less than 1 crore, similar documents are required, including PAN Card, Aadhaar, address proof, and site details.
If you need more specific information or additional documents, please let me know!
