Insights & Expertise

INSIGHT Scheme 2026: Government Support for Export Training & Trade Intelligence

INSIGHT Scheme under EPM Niryat Disha supports export training, trade analytics, digital platforms & research. Learn eligibility & funding details.

TRACE Scheme 2026: 75% Certification Reimbursement for MSME Exporters

Learn about the TRACE Scheme 2026 under EPM Niryat Disha. Get up to 75% reimbursement for international certifications like FDA, CE, ISO & more. Apply now.

New DGFT Guidelines for Export of Wheat Flour (HS Code 1101) – Complete Guide 2025-26

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Public Notice , introducing revised guidelines for the export of Wheat Flour (HS Code 1101) and related products.

If you are a flour mill owner, merchant exporter, EOU, or SEZ unit, this update is critical for planning your exports in the 2025-26 period. Below is a simple and detailed explanation of eligibility, timelines, application procedure, and compliance requirements.

DGFT Restricted Imports Authorisation in India: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Importing restricted items into India is governed by strict regulations issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Any importer dealing with restricted goods must obtain prior DGFT Authorisation, failing which Customs clearance will not be permitted.

This detailed guide explains the DGFT Restricted Imports Authorisation process, eligibility, fees, validity, amendments, revalidation, and common mistakes — helping importers avoid delays and rejections.

India TRQ List 2026 : Sri Lanka, Mauritius CECPA, MERCOSUR & Australia ECTA

The Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) provisions under the India–Sri Lanka TRQ, India–Mauritius CECPA TRQ, India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement, and India–Australia ECTA TRQ allow eligible goods to be imported at concessional  customs duty within a pre-defined TRQ quota limit. Once the TRQ quantity is exhausted, standard customs duties become applicable. 

Trq scheme and India fta list 2026

In the competitive landscape of international trade, high customs duties often act as the biggest barrier to profitability. For Indian importers, two powerful government mechanisms exist to legally slash these costs: Tariff Rate Quotas (TRQ) and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).

TRQ is a quota-based system that allows you to import specific "sensitive" commodities—such as Gold, Corn, or Polymers—at a significantly lower duty rate, up to a fixed quantity limit. Once the quota is full, higher standard duties apply, making timely application crucial.

FTAs, such as the India-UAE CEPA or India-ASEAN pacts, are broader agreements that eliminate or reduce duties on thousands of products, provided you meet the "Rules of Origin" criteria.