Introduction: On June 19, 2024, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, issued Notification No. 18/2024-25-DGFT. This notification permits the export of Non-Basmati White Rice (under HS code 10063090) to Malawi and Zimbabwe. The approved export quantity is 1,000 metric tons (MT) for each country, and the export will be conducted through the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL).
Context and Legal Framework: The DGFT’s authority to issue such notifications stems from the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992. This act empowers the government to regulate and develop foreign trade, ensuring that exports and imports align with India’s economic objectives. The notification also references the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, which outlines India’s trade strategy and operational guidelines for the current fiscal period.
Key Provisions of the Notification
- Export Quantity and Destination: The notification explicitly states that 1,000 MT of Non-Basmati White Rice can be exported to both Malawi and Zimbabwe. This specific allocation is crucial for maintaining the balance between domestic supply and international trade commitments.
- Exporting Agency: The National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) is designated as the exporting agency. NCEL’s role ensures that the export process is streamlined and that the quality and standards of the rice meet international expectations.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department of Commerce
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
Notification No. 18/2024-25-DGFT | Dated: 19th June, 2024
Subject: Export of Non-Basmati White Rice (under HS code 10063090) to Malawi and Zimbabwe through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL).
S.O. 2369(E).— In exercise of 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 and in accordance with the provision contained in Para 2 (iv) of Notification No. 20/2023 dated 20.07.2023, the Central Government permits export of following quantity of Non-Basmati White Rice (under HS code 10063090) to Malawi and Zimbabwe through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL): –
| S. No. | Country Name | Quantity |
| 1 | Malawi | 1,000 MT |
| 2 | Zimbabwe | 1,000 MT |
Effect of the Notification:
Export of Non-Basmati White Rice (under HS code 10063090) to Malawi and Zimbabwe through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) is notified.
(Santosh Kumar Sarangi)
Director General of Foreign Trade
Ex-Officio Additional Secretary, Government of India
E-mail: dgft@nic.in
(Issued from F. No. 01/91/191/049/AM-24/EC/E-37225)
