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.
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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.
Amendments in Standard Input Output Norms (SION) A-2005
India’s DGFT has amended Standard Input Output Norms (SION) A-2005, which govern the quantity of inputs allowed duty-free for export production under the Advance Authorisation scheme. The amendment modifies the norms applicable to a specific export product category, affecting customs duty exemptions tied to export obligations.
Extension of TRQ Authorization Validity for Gold Imports under India-UAE CEPA to June 30, 2026
India’s DGFT has extended the validity of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) authorizations for gold imports (HS 7108) under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) issued in FY 2025-26 until June 30, 2026. The extension applies to existing TRQ holders under the preferential trade arrangement. This is a specific administrative measure affecting market access for […]
Amendment to TRQ Application Deadline for India-Mauritius CECPA and India-Nepal Treaty for FY 2026-27
India’s DGFT has amended the last date for submission of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) applications under the India-Mauritius CECPA and India-Nepal Treaty, as notified under Appendix-2A of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 for FY 2026-27. The notice adjusts administrative deadlines for preferential quota access under these bilateral trade agreements.
India DGFT Fixes Four New Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) for Chemical and Allied Products (A-3698 to A-3701)
India’s DGFT has established four new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) numbered A-3698 through A-3701 under the Chemical and Allied Products category. SIONs define the permitted input quantities for duty-free imports used in export production under India’s Advance Authorisation scheme. These norms directly govern customs duty exemptions and rules of origin for export-linked imports.