Summary
- The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Notification No. 47/2026-27, amending rice export policy effective immediately.
- Exports of Basmati and Non-Basmati rice to EU member states and specified European countries require a Certificate of Inspection, while exports to other European countries are exempt until April 1, 2027.
- This amendment modifies previous Notification No. 07/2026-27 dated April 10, 2026, under the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992.
- Exporters must navigate these updated inspection requirements carefully as they impact trade dynamics with European markets.
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