Sambhal is a city in Uttar Pradesh state of India. Sambhal district headquarter is Bahjoi town. It was created on 28 September 2011 as one of three new districts in the state. It was formerly named "Bhimnagar".

The district is surrounded by Amroha district on the north, Ghaziabad, Bulandsahar & Gautambudh Nagar districts on the South, Bijnore & Jyotibaphule Nagar districts on the East and Baghpat district on the West. There are three tehsils in Sambhal district. The district is spread around 2453 sq.km, having a population of 21,92,933. It has two million plus citizens of various ethnicities and religions. Due to increase of exports and popularity in foreign specially in Europe, America, Italy and other countries, many exporters are establishing their units and started their export. As Uttar Pradesh having 3L advantage (Land, Labour and Logistics), Sambhal has great export potential with its “Rail linked combined domestic and EXIM terminal” of Moradabad which is just 40 KM distance.

Sambhal Headquarters is Bahjoi town and is around 62 KM from Moradabad, 158.60 KM from New Delhi and 355 KM from State capital Lucknow towards East. The Sambhal district is located between 77º.00’ & 78º.00’ longitude East and 28º.54’ & 29º.15’ latitude North
District Sambhal is well connected to nearby districts by roads. The main railway line connectivity is with Chandausi, which is around 20 KM from district Headquarter Bahjoi. The nearest airport is Delhi International airport, around 180 KM.

Sambhal district has a total forest cover of around 300 Hectare. The main tree species in district include Sheesham, Jamun, Tamarind, Mango, Semal and Dhak, among others. Apart from sand, there are no mineral/ mining resources available in distrcit. Sand mining is also done on a small scale as per permissible limits.
40% of the district’s population is engaged in agriculture. It has a total cropped area of 3.11 Lakh Hectare and the major crops grown are Paddy, Wheat, Pulses (Lentil, Urd), Oilseeds (Mustard/ Toria), and Sugarcane. Districts have 3 sugarcane mills producing crystal sugar.

Sambhal is a major industrial district and adjoining city of Moradabad which is an export hub. Majority of the industrial units are engaged in farming and traditional business. In agriculture, sugar, rice and mentha has a good production and export value from Sambhal

Food/Agro products, Chemical sector and Processing and Preserving of Meat with 729 units in the district is the most prominent and economy contributing sector of the district. It is followed by sectors such as “Repair and Servicing”. Manufacturing” with 1159 and 817 units, respectively.Out of total population of 21,92,933 (2011 census), 11,02,327 are working population. Out of total working population, 32% are working in other industries, 54% are cultivators and agricultural labourers and 14% are household & industry workers.

The total export from Sambhal is approximately INR 1825.98 Crore for the period September 2020 to November 2021. The following table depicts the value of export of major products from Sambhal:

The country’s Rs.15,000 Crore fragrance and flavors market (aromatic sector) is witnessing buoyant times with consumption demand going up in the FMCG sector, rapid penetration in the rural market and growing acceptance of India items in the global market. India represents one of the leading consumers and exporters of aroma chemicals in the Asia Pacific region. It exported raw herbs worth USD 330.18 Million during 2017–18 with a growth rate of 14.22% over the previous year. Market growth is supplemented by the growing usage of essential oils among industries coupled with increasing disposable income.
Medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) are receiving considerable attention all over the world because of their vast untapped economic potential, especially in the use of herbal medicines. The Mentha arvensis (menthol mint) is an important essential oil-bearing plant and the menthol crystallized from the essential oil, de-mentholated oil and specific terpene fractions thereof are widely used in food, flavor, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Menthol mint is cultivated in a large area in the Indo-Gangetic Plains in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, with maximum area in Uttar Pradesh. Around 92 per cent of Mentha production in the country now owes its recognition to UP, which also comprises 86 per cent of Mentha production in the global marketplace. Note: Here it is important to note that Moradabad district is separated in two districts in 2011, As Moradabad and Sambhal, and major area of farming and processing of mint units are now in Sambhal district. It is observed that Sambhal export were being mapped under Moradabad District till 2020, despite its separation. India has emerged as the largest producer and as an export hub for Mentha oil and its derivatives. The country contributes around 80% to the total global Mentha oil production. The figure alongside represents the share of principal commodities exported from the state in 2018-19.

Mint or Mentha (Mentha arvensis) are aromatic herbs belonging to the genus Mentha and the family Lamiaceae. Most species are perennials with leafy runners, stolon’s or underground rootstocks. Mentha species are cultivated in various parts of the world. It grows wild in Europe while it is cultivated in Japan, England, France, Italy, the USA, Bulgaria, Russia, and India. Mentha Citrata (Eau de Cologne mint), Mentha Arvensis and Mentha Piperita are the most common Mentha species.
1) M.arvensis ((Japanese mint) is a downy, perennial herb, spreading by rootstocks which creep along the ground or just under the surface and root at the nodes. There are three horticultural varieties in this species. 2) M. Piperita spreads by a system of branching, underground rootstocks and grows to a height of 45 to 90 cm (l.5 to 3 ft). 3) M. Citrata grows up to 30-60 cm height, with decumbent branches and erect ends. The leaves are 1.25-5.0 cm long, thin, bronzy-green, petiolate: smooth. M. citrata is a hybrid between M. aquatica and M. Viridis. Mentha Citrate is widely used in Perfumery, Mentha Arvensis is used as a flavoring agent, cough medicines, cigarettes, and drinks and Mentha Piperita is used in in medicines and culinary products. Although the genus Mentha comprises more than 25 species, the one in most common use is peppermint used as a natural pesticide and Mentha (Mentha Arvensis) for producing Mentha oil. Indian production of Arvensis rose rapidly from the start of the 2000’s. India is the highest producer and exporter of Mentha oil and its derivatives in the world. The other major producers are China, Brazil, the US, and Japan. During the last five years, India has exported nearly 1,500 tonnes to 20,000 tonnes of mentha oil and its derivatives each year. This sector has come to occupy an important place in terms of its contribution to national output, employment, and exports. Demand for mint and mint products is expected to continue to rise. It is estimated that global demand continues to increase by 3-5% a year. In this scale of market, this is a substantial additional volume that is required by the market each year and creates significant opportunities for new entrants. 

There is NO G.I. Tag applied by cluster stake holders for Sambhal District. ;

Following are principal Industry Associations/SPVs that are working for the development:
► Indian Industries Association
► Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) ;

HS codes under which the product is exported from the state.;

The export scenario of India and Uttar Pradesh have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 290611 under which Menthol and other product of Menthol are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code. ;

► India's exports represent 38.7% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 1
► Sambhal have exported INR 726.27 Crore of Menthol & INR 24.43 Crore of Menthol Crystal in period between September 2020 to November 2021, as per DGFT data.
► Product 290611: India exported this product to Saudi Arabia, UAE, Yemen, Netherlands, UK, Kuwait, Oman, USA, Qatar, China etc. Below figure shows the top importers for this product (290611) in the world:
Thailand, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil are the countries which can be targeted immediately for export increase in short term while USA, Canada, Germany etc countries may be targeted after achieving immediate targeted countries.

The horn-bone handicraft products made in Sambhal are immensely popular, particularly done in small town of Sarai Tareen and is being exported to various countries. The raw material used for making these craft items is procured from dead animals that makes this industry environment friendly. Sambal’s horn and bone products are known all over the world. In fact, the horn-bone handicrafts made here are exported to various countries.
Sambhal offers a wide range of decorative horn-bone handicrafts that are available in different attractive looks, designs, and patterns. Indeed, artisans of Sambhal are known worldwide for making spell-bounded range of decorative items that are popular in not only national but also in international markets. Generally, 3 types of products are prepared from Horn and Bones likely: Handicraft, Raw Button & Jewellery. 50% products are raw Button only. Following are the 6 major states in India where Horn-Bone handicrafts are being made, From Uttar Pradesh, Sambhal District is the district where Horn and Bone Handicraft are being made.

Horn and Bone Handicrafts: Horn and bone artefacts include jewellery, ornate table lamps, chess-sets, cigarette holders, napkin rings, salt and pepper sets, animal figures, etc. Generally, 3 types of products are prepared from Horn and Bones likely: Handicraft, Raw Button & Jewellery. About 50% products are raw button only.

Handicraft: Various type of Handicrafts like table lamp, chess sets, comb, mirror/photo frame, plate boxes etc are being made from bones. Buttons: Different size of horns are being use to prepare raw buttons, which is most demanded product from gulf countries. Now various technology evolved and now polishing and engraving also being done on these raw buttons and contributing high value to manufacturers. ;
Jewellery: Artificial jewelleries made from horn and bone are most attractive now days and its being manufacture as buy product of horn and bone, simply because all small pieces of horn and bone are being consumed and giving good return in comparison to scrap sell.

Handicrafts Welfare Association, Sambhal has applied for the GI tag status for its Horn-Bone Craft. The application is pending with Registrar of Geographical Indications.;

Following are principal Industry Associations that are working for the development of Horn and Bone Handicrafts:
► Handicraft Welfare Society, Sarai Tareen: This is one of the oldest societies in the cluster working in Horn and Bone crafts. The society has also applied for GI registration for Sambhal’s Horn-Bone craft.
► District Industries Centre, Sambhal: DIC- Sambhal office operates from district Moradabad. DIC helps and assists artisans in availing several govt. schemes, financial assistances, training, and skilling.
► NCDPD, New Delhi: National Centre for Design & Product Development (NCDPD) (www.ncdpd.in) has been set up with an objective to fill up the gap in the areas of Design and Product Development by Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India. Besides providing design & product development services, the activities of NCDPD have also been diversified into different areas such as Skill/ Capacity Development, creating Infrastructure support at clusters such as setting up of Common Facility Services, Resource Center, Design Center, Design Bank, Supply Chain Management, Market linkages by organizing thematic exhibitions, setting up Marketing Outlets etc. NCDPD has a course in Horn-Bone craft skilling and the cluster artisans can be benefitted from this institution.
► Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), New Delhi: It is the nodal agency in the govt of India for crafts and artisans-based activities. It assists in the development, marketing and export of handicrafts, and the promotion of craft forms and skills.
► Directorate of Foreign Trade, New Delhi: It is responsible for formulating and implementing the Foreign Trade Policy with the main objective of promoting India's exports.
► Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), New Delhi: It is an apex body of handicrafts exporters for promotion of exports of Handicrafts from country and projected India's image abroad as a reliable supplier of high quality of handicrafts goods & services and ensured various measures keeping in view of observance of international standards and specification. ;

District Sambhal majorly export Horn-Bone Craft and Mentha. In Horn-Bone craft, raw buttons form nearly 50% of the total horn and bone product exports. Handicraft Welfare Society, Sambhal has applied for the GI tag to the Horn-Bone craft and the status is under review process.

HS codes under which the product is exported from the state;

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The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 960630 (Button moulds and other parts of buttons; button blanks) under which very small size is exported from Sambhal district. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code. ;

► India's exports represent 9% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 3
► There is very small size is direct export of product from District
► India exported this product to Korea, Vietnam, Italy, China, Japan, Spain etc. ;

The demand of product is adequate in overseas market. Five Countries where Horn and Bone product is manufactured: Bangladesh, Pakistan , Sri Lanka ,China and South Korea . South Korea uses upgraded technology for manufacturing Horn-Bone products. Product packaging and brand name is as important as product quality. Using higher quality of packaging through better boxes and paper gives positive impression of handicrafts as high value products in the Korean market. Product is sold in local market and exported to Japan, European countries, UK, France and Italy. They have segregated target consumer for specific product.