DGFT Article, News Analysis Notification, Circulars, Policy Circulars, Press Release and Instructions issued by Direct General of Foreign Trade on Trade
DGFT : ICEGATE is the official CBIC portal that allows importers and exporters to manage customs processes online. Registration enables b...
DGFT : The sharp reduction in RoDTEP rates under Notification No. 60/2025-26 directly impacts exporter margins and ERP accruals. Finance ...
DGFT : DGFT’s sudden reduction in RoDTEP rates reduces FOB margins by 1–2%, compelling exporters to reassess pricing and cost strateg...
DGFT : This guide explains COO regulations under India’s Foreign Trade Policy and DGFT procedures. Proper compliance ensures duty benef...
DGFT : The government introduces a 2.75% interest subvention on rupee export credit under a ₹25,060 crore mission. Benefits are capped ...
DGFT : The government extended the RoSCTL scheme without changes to maintain stability for exporters. The decision ensures continued tax ...
DGFT : The DGFT launched a focused campaign to expedite EODC issuance and clear pending export obligations. The initiative resulted in a ...
DGFT : Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has launched a guidebook mapping 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 ministries, aiming to improve policy,...
DGFT : Learn how to submit and track Bill of Entry re-assessment requests on ICEGATE 2.0. This guide covers the complete process for impo...
DGFT : Learn the step-by-step process for claiming "other refunds" of Customs duties on ICEGATE 2.0. User manual for IEC holders....
DGFT : The Court set aside the DGFT order imposing penalty and customs duty demand for alleged EPCG export obligation default. The matter...
DGFT : The court held that when an importer claims that a licence is not required under a notification, authorities must first consider t...
DGFT : The Supreme Court held that a trade restriction cannot bind importers unless published in the Official Gazette. Website uploads or...
DGFT : The Court upheld exemption from customs duty and AIDC for consignments landing by 30 June 2023 with qualifying Bills of Lading. Re...
DGFT : The High Court declined to rule on the validity of the import ceiling and instead directed DGFT to examine the trader’s challeng...
DGFT : The issue concerned whether new ECGC Whole Turnover Policies qualify under RELIEF scheme support. DGFT clarified eligibility from ...
DGFT : The notification restricts import of Glufosinate where the combined CIF value and duty fall below the threshold. It introduces a u...
DGFT : The amendment extends the MEP of USD 1400 per metric ton for honey exports. The ruling does not introduce new conditions but prolo...
DGFT : The notification introduces mandatory veterinary certification requirements for feather exports. The key takeaway is stricter comp...
DGFT : The government restricts the mandatory inspection certificate requirement to EU nations and select European countries. Exporters s...
Plant and Plant portions, derivatives and extracts (including value added herbal formulations) of the cultivated varieties of the above species (excluding Sl. No. 16) will be allowed for export subject to production of a Certificate of Cultivation from the Regional Deputy Director (Wildlife), or Chief Conservator of Forests or Divisional Forest Officers of the State concerned from where these plants and plant portions have been procured. However in respect of the cultivated varieties of the species as covered by Appendix 1 (Sl. No. 1 to 6 of Paragraph 2 above) and Appendix 2 (Sl. No. 7 to 18 of Paragraph 2 above) of CITES, a CITES Permit for export will also be required.
Attention is invited to the Public Notice No. 26/1997-2002, dated 14th July 1997, wherein the conditions and procedures to be followed in respect of export of sandalwood in the form of heartwood chips, mixed chips, flakes of the sandalwood classes mentioned in Annexure I to the said Public Notice, Sapwood chips/powder and sandalwood dust obtained as waste after the manufacturing process have been specified. Attention is also invited to the Public Notice No. 59/1997-2002 dated 11th December 1997.
Export of Sandalwood De-oiled Spent Dust shall be permitted only through the ports of Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta and Chennai after physical verification of consignments by the concerned Regional Wildlife Warden of the Ministry of Environment & Forests.
All the Designated Authorities of Pass Book Scheme and Commissioners of Customs are, therefore, advised that they must finalise the claims and grant credits, wherever admissible, positively latest by 30. 9.1998. This issues with the approval of Director General of Foreign Trade.
