RTE & RTC Products Manufacturing Units – Setup & Consulting Services
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The Rapidly Expanding RTE & RTC Food Market
Changing urban lifestyles, increasing disposable incomes, smaller households, and a growing preference for convenience foods have made Ready-to-Eat (RTE) and Ready-to-Cook (RTC) products one of the fastest-growing segments in the food processing industry—both in India and globally.
From frozen snacks and instant mixes to shelf-stable curries, gravies, parathas, biryanis, soups, noodles, and semi-cooked meals, the RTE & RTC segment offers immense potential for startups, MSMEs, and established food brands.
At C2EX Consulting, we offer end-to-end technical and strategic consulting to help you successfully establish and scale RTE & RTC manufacturing units, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, commercial viability, and export readiness.
RTE & RTC Product Categories We Support
Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Products
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Frozen foods: parathas, samosas, cutlets, kebabs.
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Pre-cooked curries, gravies & biryanis.
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Retort-packed shelf-stable meals.
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Snacks, breakfast items & instant desserts.
Ready-to-Cook (RTC) Products
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Instant mixes: idli, dosa, upma, soups & gravies.
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Semi-cooked noodles, pasta & rice-based products.
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Frozen marinated vegetables & meats.
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Spice blends, masalas & seasoning mixes.
Our End-to-End Consulting Services
for RTE & RTC Units
Feasibility Study & Bankable DPR
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Market opportunity & product positioning analysis
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Capacity planning & technology selection
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CAPEX, OPEX, ROI & break-even assessment
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Bankable DPR for loans, investors & subsidies
Process Development & Shelf-life Optimisation
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Selection of appropriate technologies:
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Retort processing
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Freezing & IQF
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Dehydration & freeze drying
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SOP development for commercial-scale production
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Shelf-life enhancement through process & packaging optimisation
Product Development & Formulation
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Recipe development & standardisation
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Reverse formulation of benchmark products
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Nutrition optimisation & clean-label solutions
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Pilot trials & sensory validation
Machinery Selection & Plant Layout Design
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Retort systems, freezing tunnels, mixers & dryers
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Packaging lines for frozen, ambient & chilled products
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Hygienic plant layout as per food safety norms
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Provision for future expansion
Packaging Solutions
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Vacuum packaging & MAP
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Retort pouches, trays & cups
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Frozen-grade packaging materialst
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Shelf-life & logistics-friendly designs
Licensing, Certifications & Compliance
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FSSAI licensing & documentation
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HACCP, ISO & GMP compliance
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AYUSH (where applicable)
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Export certifications: APEDA, USFDA, EU, Halal & Kosher
Government Subsidy & Export Support
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Assistance under MOFPI, PMFME, APEDA & State schemes
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Application support, technical clarifications & follow-ups
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Export market entry guidance & buyer compliance
Who Can Benefit from RTE & RTC Manufacturing Units?
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Startups & first-time food entrepreneurs.
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MSMEs & regional food brands.
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Institutional food suppliers.
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Export-oriented food manufacturers.
Fuelling your business ambitions with our driving force
Why Choose C2EX Consulting for RTE & RTC Projects?
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Strong expertise in Indian & global convenience food markets.
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Proven experience in retort & cold-chain technologies.
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Access to NABL-accredited lab testing & validation.
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Excellent track record in subsidy approvals.
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Customised solutions for micro, small & large-scale units.
Client Success Story
A food startup from Belagavi, Karnataka planned to launch RTC instant dosa & idli mixes along with frozen parathas.
C2EX Consulting delivered:
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Bankable DPR to secure MOFPI subsidy support.
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FSSAI licensing & nutritional label compliance.
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Shelf-life optimisation & packaging design
Result: Successful launch across Tier-1 Indian cities.
Expansion into export markets such as Singapore & Dubai
OUR SATISFIED CUSTOMERS
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Small-scale units may start from ₹40–60 lakhs, while export-oriented plants may require ₹5–10 crores, depending on capacity and technology.
- Frozen products: 6–12 months
- Retort-packed products: 9–18 months
- Ambient RTC mixes: 6–12 months
Yes. We offer complete formulation, reverse engineering, and shelf-life improvement services.
Absolutely. We support APEDA registration, USFDA, EU, Halal & Kosher certifications.
Yes. We guide you through selection, customisation, layout planning, installation, and commissioning.
Start Your RTE & RTC Manufacturing Journey with Confidence
With C2EX Consulting, your RTE & RTC food ideas become scalable, compliant, and globally competitive manufacturing ventures.
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+91 87480 71103
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info@c2exconsulting.com
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C2Ex Consulting No. 39/3, Richmond Road Bengaluru- 560025