History & Timeline
HEPAI (Herbs & Herbal Export Promotion Association of India) established as India’s first and only dedicated national-level association for the Herbal, Botanical, Aromatic, Nutraceutical, and Natural Products industry.
Initiated structured engagement with government bodies to advocate for exporters, cultivators, and herbal product manufacturers.
First participation in international trade fairs and exhibitions to showcase India’s herbal strength on the global stage.
Membership opened widely to growers, tribal collectors, processors, exporters, researchers, and allied businesses across India.
Launched initiatives to support clinical validation, standardization, and innovation in herbal and natural products.
Built bilateral trade links and collaborations with global trade councils, industry associations, and importers.
Introduced online membership services, industry data access, and digital trade directories to support members remotely.
Special focus on empowering tribal gatherers, small-scale cultivators, and SMEs through training, fair pricing advocacy, and global market linkages.
Recognized as the apex industry facilitator and bilateral enabler for India’s herbal sector — continuing to drive global visibility, policy influence, and sustainable growth for all stakeholders.
