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Notification No. 04\/2026-27<\/a>, Dated 06-04-2026<\/p>\n

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued a notification amending the export policy under Chapter 44 of ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule 2<\/strong>, specifically for wood pellets and wood briquettes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

1. Change in Export Policy Classification<\/span><\/h2>\n

The revised policy introduces the following changes:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Wood Pellets (HS 44013100)<\/strong>:\u00a0Changed from \u2018Prohibited\u2019 to \u2018Restricted\u2019<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Wood Briquettes (HS 44013200)<\/strong>:\u00a0Changed from \u2018Free\u2019 to \u2018Restricted\u2019<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2. Requirement of Restricted Export Authorization<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Exports of both items shall now be:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Permitted only under a Restricted Export Authorization<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Subject to prior approval from the DGFT<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      This introduces regulatory control over export volumes and eligibility.<\/p>\n

      3. Effective Date<\/span><\/h2>\n
        \n
      • The revised policy is effective immediately<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • All exports must comply with the new restricted regime from the date of notification<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        4. Implications of the Amendment<\/span><\/h3>\n

        The changes imply:<\/p>\n

          \n
        • Tightened regulatory oversight<\/strong> over biomass fuel exports<\/li>\n
        • Controlled export to balance domestic availability and international trade<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Mandatory compliance with authorization procedures<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          5. Conclusion<\/span><\/h3>\n

          The amendment marks a significant shift towards a regulated export framework<\/strong> for wood-based fuel products, requiring exporters to obtain prior authorisation and adhere to stricter policy conditions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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