India to continue exporting eggs, honey, aquaculture products to EU beyond September
The revised regulation will come into effect from September 2026 and will lay down additional requirements for countries exporting specified animal-origin products to the EU
In a significant development for the country's agri and marine exports, India has been included on the list of nations authorised to export aquaculture products, eggs, honey, and animal casings to the European Union (EU) beyond September 2026.
This has been implemented under the amended EU regulatory framework.
EU has notified an amendment to Regulation (EU) 2021/405 through Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1189 in view of growing concerns relating to antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
The revised regulation will come into effect from September 2026 and will lay down additional requirements for countries exporting specified animal-origin products to the EU.
India’s inclusion in the list of authorised countries ensures continuity of exports of these products to the EU market beyond September 2026. This is particularly significant for the fisheries sector, as exports of fish and fishery products from India to the EU are currently valued at approximately USD 1.59 billion.
The development is the result of sustained efforts by the Ministry of Commerce, in close coordination with the Export Inspection Council (EIC) and other stakeholders.
The Ministry has been actively engaging with the European Commission to address regulatory requirements and market access issues, while the EIC has strengthened India’s official control system through enhanced inspection, testing and certification mechanisms in line with EU regulations.
Furthermore, the Commerce Ministry, along with the EIC and other stakeholders, including the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), will continue to work closely with EU-approved establishments and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth implementation of the regulatory requirements and maintain high standards of quality and food safety in export products.
India’s inclusion under the amended EU regulation is expected to facilitate continued market access for Indian exporters, support trade growth and create new opportunities across the concerned sectors.
