Amendment in Policy Condition no 4 of Chapter 84 of schedule 1 import policy of ITC HS 2022

Last updated: 25 October 2023

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This notification introduces amendments to the import policy for IT hardware. Specifically, IT hardware manufactured in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) can now be imported into the Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) without an import authorisation, provided applicable duties are paid. Furthermore, private entities importing IT hardware for defence or security purposes for central or state government agencies are also exempt from import authorisation, subject to providing an End User Certificate. The policy also clarifies exemptions for R&D, testing, and repair purposes.

MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) (DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE) NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 19th October, 2023 No. 38 /2023 Subject: Amendment in Policy Condition no. 4 of Chapter 84 of schedule 1 (import policy) of ITC (HS), 2022 -reg. S.O. 4578(E). In exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 and Section 5 of Foreign Trade (Development Regulation) Act, 1992, read with paragraph 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, as amended from time t

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FAQ :

IT hardware manufactured in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) can now be imported into the Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) without requiring an Import Authorisation, upon payment of applicable duties.

Yes, activities like re-packing, labelling, refurbishing, testing, and calibration alone within the SEZ are not considered manufacturing for the purpose of this exemption.

Private entities importing IT hardware for supply to Central Government or agencies for Defence or Security purposes, or to State Government for Security purposes, are exempt.

These private entities must provide a valid End User Certificate issued by the relevant government entity to the Customs Authorities at the time of import.

Exemptions are provided for up to 20 items per consignment for R&D, Testing, Benchmarking, Evaluation, and Product Development. It also covers repair and/or return/replacement of previously sold IT hardware and re-import of items repaired abroad on a self-certification basis.