Introduction: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has issued Notification No. 73/2023 – DGFT on 11th March 2024. This notification focuses on the incorporation of policy conditions for the export of Chitin, Chitosan, and their derivatives, particularly to European Union countries.
Detailed Analysis: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade, under the powers conferred by the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, has introduced policy conditions against ITC HS code 39139090. This code specifically pertains to the export policy for Chitin, Chitosan, Chitosan Salts, and Chitosan Derivatives.
Under this policy:
- Export of Chitin, Chitosan, Chitosan Salts, and their derivatives is categorized as ‘Free.’
- However, export to the European Union is subject to certain conditions.
The conditions include the issuance of a ‘Shipment Clearance Certificate’ by CAPEXIL, providing detailed information about the exporter, registered plant, IEC No., product details, quantity, invoice details, port of loading, and destination.
Additionally, exporters are required to provide a ‘Health Certificate’ to the buyer, specifying product details, HS Code, packaging, origin, destination, vessel information, date of departure, and health requirements. This certificate is jointly issued by CAPEXIL and the Regional Animal Quarantine Officer, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
Conclusion: Incorporating policy conditions for the export of Chitin, Chitosan, Chitosan Salts, and their derivatives to European Union countries, this DGFT notification (73/2023) aims to streamline and regulate the export process. Exporters are now required to adhere to specific documentation, including Shipment Clearance and Health Certificates, ensuring compliance with the outlined conditions. This measure contributes to the efficient and controlled export of these products while meeting the health and regulatory standards set by the Government of India. Stay informed and navigate the export landscape with the latest updates from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade.
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Government of India
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department Of Commerce
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
Notification No. 73/2023 – DGFT | Dated: 11th March, 2024
Subject: Incorporation of Policy condition for export of Chitin, Chitosan, Chitosan Salts, Chitosan Salts (Chitosan Hydrochloride, Chitosan Acetate, Chitosan Lactate) and Chitosan Derivatives (Chitosan Succinamide).
S.O 1250(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 3 read with Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992). as amended. read with Para 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, the Central Government hereby incorporates policy conditions against ITC HS code 39139090 of Schedule -2 (Export Policy) of ITC (HS) 2023. as under: –
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ITC (HS) |
Unit | Description | Export Policy | Policy Condition |
| 39139090 | Kg | Other | Free | Export of Chitin, Chitosan. Chitosan Salts, Chitosan Salts (Chitosan Hydrochloride, Chitosan Acetate, Chitosan Lactate) and Chitosan Derivatives (Chitosan Succinamide) is ‘Free’ however export to European Union is allowed subject to the following conditions: – i. A ‘Shipment Clearance Certificate’ is to be issued consignment-wise by the CAPEXIL indicating details of the name and address of the exporter, address of the registered plant, IEC No. of the exporter. Plant approval Number, nature of export product, quantity, invoice number and date. port of loading (name of the port) and destination. ii. After the shipment is made, the exporter shall also provide a ‘Health Certificate’ consignment‑ wise to the buyer giving details of the product with HS Code, packaging. its origin, destination, vessel name, date of departure, health requirements. etc. this Health Certificate would be issued jointly by CAPEXIL and Regional Animal Quarantine Officer, Department of Animal Husbandary, Dairying and Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India |
Effect of This Notification: Policy conditions for export of Chitin. Chitosan, Chitosan Salts, Chitosan Salts (Chitosan Hydrochloride, Chitosan Acetate, Chitosan Lactate) and Chitosan Derivatives (Chitosan Succinamide) to European Union (EU) countries under ITC-HS Code 39139090 is incorporated.
(Santosh Kumar Sarangi)
Director General of Foreign Trade
Ex- Officio Additional Secretary. Government of India
Email: dgfe&nic.in
(Issued from F. No. 01/91/191/062/AM-24/EC/E-38321)
