India’s DGFT introduces a de minimis exemption from Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) requirements for low-value exports. Exporters below a specified threshold value will no longer need to obtain RCMC, simplifying compliance for small exporters. This is a specific regulatory change affecting export procedures and market access.
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Insertion of Para 2.50A in Handbook of Procedure 2023
India’s DGFT has inserted a new paragraph (2.50A) into the Handbook of Procedure 2023, amending the procedural framework governing foreign trade. The specific content of the amendment is not visible in the snippet, but procedural changes to India’s trade handbook typically affect export/import licensing, customs, or market access procedures.
India-Oman CEPA: Inclusion of Tariff Rate Quotas in Handbook of Procedure 2023
India’s DGFT has amended Para 2.92 and Appendix-2A of the Handbook of Procedure 2023 to incorporate Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQs) under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The amendments update procedural guidelines governing preferential trade under the bilateral CEPA.
India–UK CETA: TRQ Applications Invited for Calendar Year 2026
India’s DGFT is inviting applications for Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) allocations under the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement for calendar year 2026. This indicates the India-UK CETA is in force and its TRQ provisions are being implemented. The notice relates to specific quota-based preferential market access under the agreement.
India Fixes Seven New Standard Input-Output Norms (SIONs) for Chemical and Allied Products
India’s DGFT has established seven new Standard Input-Output Norms (SIONs A-3708 to A-3714) under the Chemical and Allied Products category. SIONs define the permitted quantity of duty-free inputs that exporters may import per unit of export product, directly affecting export entitlements and customs duty exemptions. The new norms facilitate duty-free input imports for specific chemical […]
India–Oman CEPA: TRQ Applications Invited for FY 2026-27
India’s DGFT is inviting applications for Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) allocations under the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement for financial year 2026-27. This is part of the implementation of the bilateral CEPA between the two countries. Exporters/importers must apply to access preferential tariff rates within the specified quota limits.
Extension of Deadline for TRQ Applications under India-UK CETA for CY 2026
India’s DGFT has extended the last date for submission of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) applications under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement for calendar year 2026. This pertains to the administration of preferential import quotas under the bilateral trade agreement.
Operationalisation of the Inventory-based Cross-border E-Commerce Facilitation Framework under the Handbook of Procedures, 2023
India’s DGFT has operationalised an inventory-based cross-border e-commerce facilitation framework under the Handbook of Procedures 2023. The measure establishes specific procedures for inventory-based cross-border e-commerce exports, providing a structured regulatory pathway for such trade. This represents a named policy measure affecting digital/e-commerce trade flows.
Modalities for TRQ Application and Distribution for Import of 1 Million MT Raw Sugar; One-Time Conversion from Advance Authorisation to TRQ Scheme
India’s DGFT has issued a policy notice detailing the application and distribution modalities for a tariff rate quota (TRQ) covering 1 million metric tonnes of raw sugar imports. The notice also allows a one-time conversion for exporters currently under the Advance Authorisation (AA) Scheme to switch to the TRQ scheme. This sets out eligibility, allocation […]
Corrigendum to Public Notice on TRQ Modalities for Import of 1 Million MT Raw Sugar and AA-to-TRQ Conversion
India’s DGFT issued a corrigendum to Public Notice No. 27/2026-2027 concerning the modalities for application and distribution of a tariff rate quota (TRQ) for importing 1 million metric tons of raw sugar. The notice also covers a one-time conversion option from the Advance Authorisation (AA) Scheme to the TRQ Scheme. The corrigendum corrects details in […]