DGFT amended provisions of Chapter 5 of HBP-23 related to EPCG
• Para 5.04(a) modified for extending time period of 3 years (instead of six months earlier) for submission of installation certificate.
• Para 5.04(b) : Deleted (Installation cert for spares – 3 years).
• Para 5.13(c ) : Amended, EO of Ist block allowed with composition fees based on Duty Saved Amount.
• Para 5.13(e) Inserted new para : EoP of 1ST BLOCK WILL ALSO BE ALLOWED FOR AUTHORISATION OF 2015-20.
• Para 5.16(b) EoP beyond six years allowed with composition fees.
• Para 5.16(e) Inserted new para for PRC cases also applicable composition fees specified based on Duty Saved Amount for EoP or 1st block EoP extension.
DGFT amended provisions of Chapter 5 of HBP-23 related to EPCG
Para 5.04(a) modified for extending time period of 3 years (instead of six months earlier) for submission of installation certificate.
Para 5.04(b) : Deleted (Installation cert for spares – 3 years).
Para 5.13(c ) : Amended, EO of Ist block allowed with composition fees based on Duty Saved Amount.
Para 5.13(e) Inserted new para : EoP of 1ST BLOCK WILL ALSO BE ALLOWED FOR AUTHORISATION OF 2015-20.
Para 5.16(b) EoP beyond six years allowed with composition fees.
Para 5.16(e) Inserted new para for PRC cases also applicable composition fees specified based on Duty Saved Amount for EoP or 1st block EoP extension.
DGFT amended provisions of Chapter 5 of HBP-23 related to EPCG
Para 5.04(a) modified for extending time period of 3 years (instead of six months earlier) for submission of installation certificate.
Para 5.04(b) : Deleted (Installation cert for spares – 3 years).
Para 5.13(c ) : Amended, EO of Ist block allowed with composition fees based on Duty Saved Amount.
Para 5.13(e) Inserted new para : EoP of 1ST BLOCK WILL ALSO BE ALLOWED FOR AUTHORISATION OF 2015-20.
Para 5.16(b) EoP beyond six years allowed with composition fees.
Para 5.16(e) Inserted new para for PRC cases also applicable composition fees specified based on Duty Saved Amount for EoP or 1st block EoP extension.
DGFT informed that w.e.f. 25.7.24, the Ministry of Steel has launched an updated version 2.0 of the Steel Import Monitoring System (SIMS 2.0). The import registration services can now be accessed at https://sims.steel.gov.in instead of dgft website https://dgft.gov.in).
1. Trade Notice No. 09//2024-25 dated 23.7.24
DGFT informed that any authority, customs, stake holder can check genuineness & verification of any lic, authorization, scrip, certificate etc, issued by DGFT which bears UDIN at the top right corner, through dgft website by entering UDIN (Unique Document Identification Number – 18 digit system) and the UDIN verified document can also be downloaded. No other mode required for confirmation.
(DGFT Website (https://dgft.gov.in) -- > Services -- > Info for Customs Authorities -- > Verify UDIN.)
Para 4.49(b) of HBP-23 amended for payment of fees equal to 1% (instead of 3%) of differential value in case of value wise shortfall in FOB and value addition falls on negative side
Correction carried out with clarification in earlier Trade Notice No. 7/24-25 dated 28.6.24 regarding
- Cap of Rs.166 per IEC on Interest Equalisation Scheme (IES)
- Included MSME manufacturer
- No need to generate separate UIN for extension
Import of potatoes, fresh or chilled – other under ITC (HS) Code 07019000 (which is restricted) is allowed freely from Bhutan without any licence up[to 30.06.2027
Policy condition revised for export of Rice (Basmati & Non-Basmati) that certificate of inspection by EIC/EIA will not be required for six months against export to certain European Countries.
It is clarified that in terms of para 4.17 of HBP – 23 an applicant/AA holder can file representation for a review of the decision of NC upto 31.12.2024 against the NC decision taken before 1.4.2023.
This review will be for authorizations issued on or after 1.4.2019 and that earlier there was no review decision.
SION of Food product at Sl No. E – 125 for export of Shea Stearine is modified with revised entitlement from 5.20MT to 5.02 MT/MT & valid upto 31.03.2027.
Data/information on mfg work flow & process wastage/recovery is called upto 31.7.24 from GJEPC/sector industry.
Implementation of PN No. 5/24 dated 27.5.24 is kept in abeyance till 31.7.24 for reassessment of wastage/SION on request of GJEPC.
Waste Norms given under para 4.59 of HBP and SION of Gems & Jewellery Sector is amended/revised.
The Electronics & I.T. Goods (Requirements of Compulsory Regulation) Order 2012 is amended as to “2021” . In case of failure of BIS/QCOs compliance, the imported goods will have to be re-exported or customs will destroy the said imported goods and dispose of as scrap.
Changes made between Orders of 2012 and 2021 issued by MeitY for the “Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory (Registration) Orders”. (QCOs).
2012
1. Fifteen (15) Categories of electronics products.
2. Standard conformity of products for ISI marks.
3. Previous standard on quality.
4. 2012 order was effective after six months of issue.
5. 2012 required compulsory registration with BIS.
2021
1. More categories added viz smart watches, wireless head phone, USB Drive, barcode scanner, LED lighting chain etc.
2. Several standard added to reflect more recent technological advancement & safety.
3. Updated standard on safety & performance.
4. 2021 order provides transitional arrangements for products registered under 2012 & gradually meet the updated standard.
5. 2021 order emphasizes stricter enforcement mechanism & compliance.
Input of E-124 is corrected to read as 3.600 Kgs per MT instead of 3600 kgs.
(Reference is invited to PN 1 dated 9.4.24 wherein Food Product norms at E – 124 is modified for export of Refined Sunflower Oil (Edible Grade). Existing inputs i.e. coal, diesel are deleted. “Filter aid” is permitted as an input at Sl No. 6 with norms @ 3600 kgs per MT which is now corrected as above to read 3.600 kgs/MT).
2000 MT of white Onion under ITC (HS) code 0703 1019 (which is prohibited) is allowed for export from ports Mundra, Pipava and JNPT subject to certified quantity from Horticulture Commissioner, Govt of Gujarat.
Validity has been extended upto 4th July 2024 of accredition of Halal Certification Bodies and registration of unit for export of meat and meat product.
Import of Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) under ITC (HS) code 29051220 is free from 1.4.24 without any country wise restriction which was imposed for the period AM-24 vide Notification No. 64/2015-20 dated 31.3.23.
Export of Onions under ITC (HS) code 0703 1019 to the extent of 10000 MT to Sri Lanka and additional 10000 MT to UAE is allowed through National Co-operative Exports Ltd (NCEL).
Export of various product to Maldives under bilateral trade agreement as per Notification No. 3 dated 5.4.24 is allowed through specified ports only i.e. Mumbai Seaport, Tuticorin Seaport, JNPT and ICD Tughlaqabad.
Advance Authorisations issued under Customs Notification No. 18/2015 dated 1.4.15 for physical exports and Notification No. 21/2015 dated 1.4.15 for deemed exports. EO can be fulfilled by making combined/both exports i.e. physical as well as deemed exports.
In respect of restricted import of Melon Seed, (as free in terms of Notification No. 5/23 dated 5.4.24), procedure is given for online registration under Import Monitoring System (MS-IMS).
SION under E- 124 for export of Refined Sunflower Oil (Edible Grade) is amended. Existing inputs i.e. coal, diesel are deleted. “Filter aid” is now permitted.
DGFT directed that only digitized ANFs, Appendices are to be submitted. No hard/soft copies of digitized ANFs, Appendices. There is no requirement to upload IEC, RCMC alongside online applications. All deficiencies and its compliances must be through online mode only.
Import of restricted Melon Seeds – Other under ITC (HS) code 1207 7090 is free wef 1.5.24 to 30.06.2024 with AU condition.
Date is extended from 30.4.24 to 30.06.2024 in import period for Yellow Peas under ITC (HS) code 0713 1010.
Export of various items allowed to Maldives during 2024-25 with specified quantity under bilateral trade agreement between India and Maldives.
Additional quantity of 10000 MT of Onions under ITC (HS) code
0703-1019 is allowed thru NCEL in continuation of earlier Notification No.65/23 dated 1.3.24.
Export of “Kala Namak Rice” under ITC(HS) code 10063090 is allowed upto an aggregate quantity not exceeding 1000 MT wef 2.4.24 from (1) Varanasi Air Cargo, (UP), (2) JNPT (3) Kandla (4) Nepalganj Road LCS (5) LCS Sonauli, (6) LCS Barhni. Authorized signatory for certification of export item/qty will be Director, Agriculture Marketing & Foreign Trade, Lucknow.
List of banks announced, authorized by RBI for import of both gold & silver, and ONLY GOLD during AM-25 wef 1.4.24 to 31.3.2025 under Appendix 4 B.
Procedure is laid down for obtaining SCOMET authorization for export of Information Security item.
Procedure is laid down for obtaining SCOMET authorization for export of Telecommunication item.
DGFT notified policy for the grant of one time bulk licence for General Authorisation of Export of Telecommunication and Information security.
Prohibition Period for export of Onion under ITC (HS) code 0703 1019 is extended till further orders instead of 31.03.2024.
ADNOC Marketing International (AMI) India RSC Ltd is exempted from STE condition and allowed re-export of Petroleum Crude Oil under ITC (HS) code 2709 0010.
RoDTEP benefit for 166 ITC tariff given in Annexure to this Notification is available from 1.4.2024 on linkage with ICEGATE for exports of products manufactured by AA holders, EoU.
RoDTEP benefit is allowed to manufacturer AA holder, 100% EoU wef 11.3.24 to 30.9.24. RoDTEP to SEZ as per new Appendix 4RE through ICEGATE. RoDTEP scheme extended from 30.6.24 to 30.9.24. Rate of 25 HS codes revised in Appendix 4 R.
Import of Urea (Agricultural Grade) under ITC (HS) Code 3102 1010 is allowed on Govt Account through Indian Potash Limited till 31.03.2025. In addition import of Urea is also allowed through RCF & NFL.
continuation of Notification No. 66 dated 63.24, import of meat of premium duck under ITC (HS) code 0207 4200 (not cut in pieces, frozen), and under ITC 0207 4500 (other frozen) is restricted for supply to 3-Star and above Operational Hotels. Other import under the said ITC is ‘Free”.
Import of Synthetic Fibres under Chapter 6006 (specific 5 ITC) is prohibited. However, it is freely allowed if MIP/cif value is US $ 3.5 and above per kilogram. This prohibition is upto 15.09.2024.
A cap of Rs.2.50 crore has been imposed per IEC under Interest Equalization Scheme for the quarter AJ-24 (1.4.24 to 30.6.24).
In case of export to UK, the Indian exporters are required to submit origin declaration (Rules of Origin) through self certification as per UK Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) under Generalized Scheme of Preferences (GSP).
Import of inputs that are subjected to compliance of Quality Control Orders by Adv/DFIA authorization holder, EoU are exempted on instructions by other ministries/departments as given in newly notified Appendix 2-Y. Accordingly new paras added in FTP i.e. Paras 4.18(A)(i) to (viii), 4.24(d), 6.07(k), 2.03(c), Appendix 2Y, (added in FTP 2023).
Import condition No. 6(b) of Chapter 27, Schedule 1 is amended with permissible total quantity of Raw Petroleum Coke (RPC) and Calcined Petroleum Coke (CPC) for Aluminium Industry with certain conditions.
Export of Onions under ITC (HS) code 07031019 to the extent of 550 MTs to Bhutan, 3000 MTs to Bahrain, and, 1200 MTs to Mauritius is allowed through National Co-Operative Exports Ltd (NCEL).
Import of meat of premium duck under ITC (HS) code No 02074200 – (“Not cut in pieces, frozen”) and under ITC (HS) code 0207 4500 – (“Other, frozen”) is Restricted for supply to Hotels & Restaurants. Other import under the said ITC is “free”.
Import of input “Menthol” covered under ITC (HS) code 29061100, 30039021, 33012590, & 33012400 stands suspended from SION/Ad-hoc norms. Import of Menthol is not allowed for want of review of such norms by DGFT.
New para 2.03( c ) added in FTP 23 with newly notified Appendix 2-Y showing list of ministries/department whose instruction are to be followed on Quality Control Order as per Notification No. 69/2023 dated 7.3.24.
The time period extended upto 31.03.2024 for registration of import of Yellow Peas : ITC (HS) code 0713 1010 under Import Monitoring System (YP – IMS).
