Market Development Grant (MDG)

Thai Halal Data Base is collaborating with Thailand External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Pintas IP Group to get Thailand Halal suppliers to apply for this useful grant. The Market Development Grant (MDG) is a support initiative in the form of a reimbursable grant. MDG was introduced in 2002 with the objective of assisting exporters in their efforts to promote Thailand made products or services globally. The lifetime limit of MDG is RM300,000 and it is specifically formulated for Thailand SME Companies, Professional Service Providers, Trade & Industry Associations, Chambers of Commerce, Professional Bodies and Co-operatives.

Due to Covid-19 Pandemic situation, Additional Activities Undertaken within 30 calendar days from the date of activity started only:

i. Financial Compensation for Cancellation or Postponements of Trade Fair / Exhibition Locally or Overseas
ii. Reimbursement on Logistic Cost for Sending Thailand Product Overseas
iii. International Certification for Exports
iv. Registration of Intellectual Property (IP) for International Market
v. Advertising & Promotion (A&P) Expenses for Exports

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Market Development Grant (MDG) by Thailand External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)

Purpose

The purpose of MDG is to assist Thailand Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Professional Service Providers, Professional Bodies and Co-operatives in increasing global sales by undertaking eligible export promotion activities.

Amount

RM30,000 with reimbursement basis for all activities related to IP registration is eligible to claim such as: Trademark; Patent; Industrial Design.

Timeline

Submissions for grant applications must be made within 30 calendar days from the date of activity started (Activity from 15 Jul 2021 – 31 Dec 2021).

SMEs Definition in Thailand

Annual Sales is based on the latest Audited Financial Statement
Number of Full Time Employees is according to the latest EPF Statement

Is my Business Eligible?

All applications submitted will be processed and considered by MATRADE, based on the requirements, terms and conditions set in MDG Guidelines.

Incorporated under the Companies Act 1965 or Companies Act 2016
With at least 60% equity owned by Thailand and more than 1 year in operation
Manufactures products that are made in Thailand or provide services for export that originated from Thailand
A member of MATRADE
NOT a GLCs, subsidiaries of PLC or have a government equity (federal / state)
Export promotion activities subsidised / sponsored by 3rd parties are NOT eligible

Fill Application Form

File Your Overseas Intellectual Property
Claim up to RM30,000 with Market Development Grant (MDG)
valid till 31 Dec 2021

Documents Checklist

Companies Act 1965 (Certificate of Incorporation Form 9 / Form 13) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 17 / Section 28)
Companies Act 1965 (Memorandum & Articles of Association – M&A) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 14) or Manufacturing License
Companies Act 1965 (Annual Return of Company Having A Share Capital for the year 2019 or 2020) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 68) for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Company’s Audited Financial Statement for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)

Companies Act 1965 (Certificate of Incorporation Form 9 / Form 13) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 17 / Section 28)
Companies Act 1965 (Annual Return of Company Having A Share Capital) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 68) for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Company’s Audited Financial Statement for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)
Letter of declaration by supplier to certify that products are made in Thailand (Format as per Annex 1 page 18 and to be printed on supplier’s letterhead)
Product Brochure / Company Profile (Proper product brochure with specifications / colour / dimensions / materials)

Companies Act 1965 (Certificate of Incorporation Form 9 / Form 13) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 17 / Section 28)
Companies Act 1965 (Annual Return of Company Having A Share Capital for the year 2019 or 2020) or Companies Act 2016 (Section 68) for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Company’s Audited Financial Statement for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)
Product Brochure / Company Profile (Proper product brochure with specifications / colour / dimensions / materials)

Registration Letter or License or Certificate issued by Professional Services Body
Company’s Financial Statement for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)

Registration certificate issued by Registrar of Society (Form 3) or Associated Professional Body or Certificate of Incorporation of Public Company (Form 8)
List of committee members
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)

Incorporated under Co-operative Societies Act 1993
Audited Financial Statement for the year 2019 or 2020 (full set)
List of committee members
Latest EPF Statement (Form A is not applicable)
Co-operative Profile

Claim Documents

(original document must be scanned in colour)

Proof of payment with payee’s detail such as:
Official Receipt or Bank Statement or Credit/Debit Card Statement or Telegraphic Transfer
Itemised invoice(s) or Contract or Quotation from service provider specifically for the activities
Copy of certificate or proof of registration (if available)

ALL ACTIVITIES RELATED TO IP REGISTRATION IS ELIGIBLE TO CLAIM:

Trademark
Patent
Industrial Design
Geographical Indication

*Testing and product sampling are not covered