Tomato ketchup is a popular condiment used in households and restaurants worldwide. The Tomato Ketchup Manufacturing Business requires a steady supply of ripe tomatoes, processing equipment, bottling lines, and packaging solutions. Setting up a ketchup production unit requires a substantial initial investment in machinery and infrastructure. However, government financial assistance programs can be an excellent way to reduce these costs, providing you with the capital needed to set up your production unit.
By accessing government subsidies, you can also focus on product innovation, such as introducing organic or preservative-free varieties, as well as improving packaging to appeal to eco-conscious consumers. These programs may also help you improve your marketing efforts, enabling you to reach a broader consumer base and establish your brand as a trusted ketchup manufacturer. Leveraging government grants and support can help you scale your production, ensuring your ketchup is accessible in both local and international markets.

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.
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