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Kerala Brand certification mark — Nanma, made in KeralaThe Certification Mark

Kerala Brand — MSME Certification for Made-in-Kerala Products

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The Kerala Brand mark is the Malayalam word Nanma — meaning goodness. Every product carrying it has been verified for authentic origin, quality, and ethical and responsible industry practices, so the mark stands for the same goodness it names: trust for consumers, and global visibility for Kerala's entrepreneurs.

Products

Multiple products.
One state of mind.

Get "Nanma" mark for your homegrown enterprise if it meets the highest standards of quality, ethics and sustainability. Carry Kerala's name to the world, with a certification that says it for you.

The Promise

Three Pillars.
One "Nanma" Mark.

Kerala Brand certification is a public commitment. Each pillar is independently audited; every certified enterprise upholds them, every day, without exception.

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Kerala Brand
Three Pillars · One "Nanma" Mark
01
Quality
Made with Proven Excellence — authentic Kerala-made products crafted to meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and trust.
02
Ethical
Rooted in Values — enterprises driven by fairness, inclusiveness, dignity, and a deep respect for people and communities.
03
Sustainable
Committed to a Greener Future — environmentally responsible manufacturing that supports a cleaner and more sustainable tomorrow.
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Quality
Made with Proven Excellence — authentic Kerala-made products crafted to meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and trust.
02 / 03
Ethical
Rooted in Values — enterprises driven by fairness, inclusiveness, dignity, and a deep respect for people and communities.
03 / 03
Sustainable
Committed to a Greener Future — environmentally responsible manufacturing that supports a cleaner and more sustainable tomorrow.
How to Apply

From Application
to Certification.

A transparent and streamlined process designed to help enterprises earn the Kerala Brand with confidence.

01
Step One
Register
Register your MSME on the Kerala Brand portal.
02
Step Two
Apply
Submit your enterprise details and product/service category.
03
Step Three
Inspection
On-site inspection against the Kerala Brand standards.
04
Step Four
Certify
Receive your Kerala Brand certification & "Nanma" mark.

—  MSME ATLAS

Made across
all of Kerala.

Certified MSMEs span every district — from Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram. Tap a district to see who's building the Kerala Brand there.

KasaragodKannurWayanadKozhikodeMalappuramPalakkadThrissurErnakulamIdukkiKottayamAlappuzhaPathanamthittaKollamThiruvananthapuram
Fewer
More MSMEs

DISTRICT DETAILS

Thiruvananthapuram

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0
Certified MSMEs
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0
Applications

No product data available for this district yet.

—  PRODUCT CATALOGUE

Certified byproduct category.

Every Kerala Brand product is verified at source. Each category below lists the certified MSME count and the exact sub-products carrying the mark.

3 CERTIFIED MSMES·11 CATEGORIES·24 SUB-PRODUCTS
0MSMES

Tea

CERTIFIED

  • Black tea (incl. tea bags)0
  • Green tea (incl. tea bags)0
0MSMES

Packaged Drinking Water

CERTIFIED

  • Packaged Drinking Water0
  • Packaged Natural Mineral Water0
0MSMES

Compounded Cattle Feed

CERTIFIED

  • Compounded Cattle Feed0
0MSMES

Coffee

CERTIFIED

  • Roasted Coffee0
  • Soluble Coffee Powder0
0MSMES

Footwear

CERTIFIED

  • Sandals0
  • Sports Shoes/ Footwear0
  • General Purpose Shoes0
0MSMES

Surgical Rubber Glove

CERTIFIED

  • Disposable Surgical Rubber Gloves0
  • Surgical Rubber Gloves0
0MSMES

Ghee

CERTIFIED

  • Ghee0
0MSMES

PVC Pipe

CERTIFIED

  • UPVC pipes for potable water0
  • Injection moulded PVC socket fittings0
  • UPVC pipes for soil and waste discharge0
  • UPVC injection moulded fittings0
  • Conduit pipes for electrical installations0
  • Fittings for rigid non-metallic conduit pipes0
0MSMES

Coconut Oil

CERTIFIED

  • Coconut Oil0
0MSMES

Honey

CERTIFIED

  • Honey 0
0MSMES

Plywood

CERTIFIED

  • General Purpose Plywood0
  • Veneered Decorative Plywood0
  • Shuttering Plywood0
Benefits

What certification
unlocks.

The Kerala Brand is not just a seal — "Nanma" mark helps enterprises build trust, visibility, and stronger market presence.

The "Nanma" mark
Showcase products under a trusted state-backed mark of quality, ethical, and responsible manufacturing.
Stronger Market Visibility
Gain visibility through government-led promotions, campaigns, and curated marketing support initiatives.
Global market access
Hand-picked introductions to buyers, distributors and export councils with the help of state agencies.
Greater Competitive Advantage
Stand out in competitive markets with a certification that reflects credibility and excellence.
Enhanced Consumer Trust
Build confidence among buyers through certified quality, ethical practices, and sustainability standards.
Now accepting applications

Bring your enterprise
into the Kerala Brand.

Apply once. Carry the trust-mark of Kerala's ethical, sustainable, world-class manufacturing to wherever your buyers are.

Contact

Reach the
Directorate.

Questions about certification, the application process, or your status? The Directorate of Industries & Commerce is a call or email away.

Office Address

Directorate of Industries & Commerce
3rd Floor, Vikas Bhavan, Vikas Bhavan P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695033

Fax: +91 471 2305493
Get directions
Call Centre
Executive 191881 27437
Executive 291881 27438
Executive 391881 27439
10:15 a.m. – 05:15 p.m., all working days (Break: 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
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Questions,
answered.

Everything enterprises ask before applying for the Kerala Brand — eligibility, process, documents, and what happens after certification.