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Instruction No. 19\/2025-Customs<\/a>, Dated 20-06-2025<\/em><\/p>\n

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)<\/strong> has issued an Instruction referencing the FSSAI Order dated 13.06.2025<\/strong>, regarding the validity and revalidation<\/strong> of the No Objection Certificate (NOC)<\/strong> issued for the import of certain alcoholic beverages.<\/p>\n

1. Applicability of the Instruction<\/h2>\n

The Instruction applies to imported alcoholic beverages<\/strong> that meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Bottled in origin or in bulk<\/li>\n
  • Alcohol content exceeding 10%<\/li>\n
  • No declared expiry date<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Such products fall under the regulatory framework of the Food Safety and Standards (Import) Regulations, 2017<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    2. Extension of NOC Validity<\/h2>\n

    Previously, the NOC had a shorter validity period. As per the new directive:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • The NOC issued by FSSAI<\/strong> for the import of eligible alcoholic beverages will now be valid for 365 days<\/strong> from the date of issue.<\/li>\n
    • This extension aims to address logistical and clearance delays<\/strong> often faced in ports and warehouses, particularly for bulk shipments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      3. Revalidation of NOC After 365 Days<\/h2>\n

      In cases where import consignments remain at ports or storage facilities beyond 365 days<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • A visual inspection<\/strong> may be conducted by the competent authority.<\/li>\n
      • Upon payment of a visual inspection fee<\/strong>, the NOC may be revalidated<\/strong>, subject to satisfactory inspection results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        This ensures that product integrity and safety<\/strong> are maintained without unduly penalising importers for delays beyond their control.<\/p>\n

        4. Objective \u2013 Ease of Doing Business with Food Safety<\/h2>\n

        This move is part of a broader effort to:<\/p>\n

          \n
        • Facilitate ease of doing business<\/strong> in the food and beverage import sector.<\/li>\n
        • Prevent unnecessary wastage or re-export of high-value consignments.<\/li>\n
        • Ensure continued compliance with food safety standards<\/strong>, even during extended storage periods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          5. Conclusion<\/h2>\n

          The CBIC\u2019s Instruction, in line with the FSSAI’s regulatory update<\/strong>, strikes a balance between regulatory oversight and business facilitation<\/strong>. Importers of alcoholic beverages with no expiry dates can now operate with greater predictability and flexibility<\/strong>, provided all safety protocols are followed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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