India’s DGFT has issued a notification restoring RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) rates. RoDTEP is a key export incentive scheme that reimburses duties and taxes on exported goods. The restoration of rates directly affects tariff-related export benefits for Indian exporters.
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Extension of Free Import Policy for Tur/Pigeon Peas (HS 0713 60 00) until 31 March 2027
India’s DGFT has extended the ‘Free’ import policy for Tur/Pigeon Peas under ITC (HS) 0713 60 00 until 31 March 2027. This maintains unrestricted import access for the commodity under Schedule I of the Import Policy. The extension continues a policy designed to ensure domestic supply availability.
India Extends Free Import Policy for Urad (Black Gram) Until March 2027
India’s DGFT has extended the ‘free’ import policy for urad (Vigna mungo) under ITC(HS) code 07133110 until 31 March 2027. This maintains unrestricted import access for the pulse commodity, which had been liberalized to manage domestic supply and prices.
Extension of Minimum Import Price (MIP) on Paper Products under ITC HS Chapter 48
India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition on specific paper products classified under Chapter 48 of ITC HS 2022, Schedule I (Import Policy). This non-tariff measure sets a floor price for imports of the covered items. No further details are available in the snippet.
Continuation of RoDTEP Scheme beyond March 31, 2026
India’s DGFT has notified the continuation of the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme beyond March 31, 2026. The scheme provides reimbursement of embedded duties and taxes to exporters, functioning as an export support measure. No further details on revised rates or conditions are available from the snippet.
Amendment to HS Code 73181500 Description in RoDTEP Schedule Appendices 4R and 4RE
India’s DGFT has issued Notification No. 06 amending the product description against HS Code 73181500 (screws, bolts, nuts and similar articles) in Appendices 4R and 4RE of the RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) Schedule. The amendment updates the classification description applicable to export duty remission rates for this tariff line.
Amendment to DGFT Notification No. 65/2025-26: Egypt and Jordan Added to RELIEF Scheme
India’s DGFT has amended Notification No. 65/2025-26 to include Egypt and Jordan under the RELIEF (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products or similar export incentive) scheme. This expands the list of eligible destination countries for Indian exporters seeking duty remission benefits. The change takes effect as of the notification date of April 17, […]
RoDTEP Schedule Aligned with Customs Tariff Act Changes Effective 01 May 2026
India’s DGFT has issued a notification aligning the RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) schedule with amendments to the First Schedule of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975, as modified by the Finance Act (No. 3 of 2026), effective 1 May 2026. The update reflects reclassification of tariff lines consequent to the Finance […]
Extension of Minimum Import Price (MIP) Condition for Specific Items under Chapter 48 (Paper/Paperboard) of ITC HS
India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition for specific items under Chapter 48 of ITC HS 2022 Schedule I (Import Policy). This measure functions as a non-tariff barrier controlling import terms for paper and paperboard products. The extension continues an existing trade restriction on these commodity imports.
Amendment to Import Policy for Silver (ITC HS 71069221 and 71069229)
India’s DGFT has amended the import policy for silver under ITC (HS) codes 71069221 and 71069229 in Chapter 71 of the ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule-I. The notification changes the import policy conditions for these silver product categories. This is an official trade policy notification affecting market access for silver imports into India.