DGFT: The Central Government has amended the Import Policy Condition for Roller Chains and parts thereof under Chapter 73 of the ITC (HS), 2022 Schedule I (Import Policy). The amendment stipulates that while imports under HS Codes 73151100, 73151900, and 73159000 remain under the ‘Free’ import category, a new condition is introduced whereby imports of roller chains and their parts having a CIF value of less than ₹235 per kilogram are now classified as ‘Restricted’. This restriction is effective immediately and has been issued with the approval of the Minister of Commerce & Industry, aiming to regulate the import of lower-value roller chains and protect domestic industry standards.(27.05.2025)

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DGFT:

The Central Government has amended the Import Policy Condition for Roller Chains and parts thereof under Chapter 73 of the ITC (HS), 2022 Schedule I (Import Policy). The amendment stipulates that while imports under HS Codes 73151100, 73151900, and 73159000 remain under the ‘Free’ import category, a new condition is introduced whereby imports of roller chains and their parts having a CIF value of less than ₹235 per kilogram are now classified as ‘Restricted’. This restriction is effective immediately and has been issued with the approval of the Minister of Commerce & Industry, aiming to regulate the import of lower-value roller chains and protect domestic industry standards.

(Notification No. 13/2025-26 dated 26th May 2025)