**Report on Amendment to Import Policy of Paper under Chapter 48 of ITC (HS), 2022**
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes an amendment to the import policy of paper under Chapter 48 of the Indian Trade Classification (Harmonized System) [ITC (HS)], 2022, Schedule I Import Policy. The core purpose of this amendment is to introduce the Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS), requiring compulsory registration for paper imports previously under a "Free" import policy. This report finds that the amendment aims to enhance monitoring of paper imports into India, affecting importers of specific paper products listed in Annexure I.
**2. Introduction:**
This report aims to provide an informative overview of the amendment to the import policy of paper, focusing on changes detailed in the provided government policy text. The analysis is based solely on the available document and is intended for stakeholders directly affected by these changes.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* **Original Policy Being Amended:** The document amends the existing import policy for paper under Chapter 48 of the ITC (HS), 2022.
* **Core Objective(s):** Based on the provided text, the core objective is to implement a Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS) for enhanced monitoring of paper imports.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The provided text does not explicitly state the reasons for the amendment. However, the introduction of a monitoring system suggests a need for closer scrutiny of paper imports, potentially related to concerns about import volume, origin, or compliance with regulations. The introduction of PIMS could also be related to supporting domestic paper industries.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This amendment introduces the following key changes:
* **Change in Import Policy:** The import policy for specific tariff lines under Chapter 48 of the ITC (HS), 2022, listed in Annexure I, is amended from "Free" to "Free subject to compulsory registration under Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS)."
* **Introduction of Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS):** The amendment mandates the implementation of PIMS. This system requires importers to:
* Submit advance information online for importing items listed in Annexure I.
* Pay a registration fee of Rs. 500 to obtain an automatic Registration Number.
* **Registration Timeline:** Importers can apply for registration no earlier than the 75th day and no later than the 5th day before the expected arrival date of the import consignment.
* **Validity of Registration Number:** The Registration Number is valid for 75 days from the date of issuance. Multiple Bills of Entry are allowed under the same registration number within the validity period, for the permitted quantity.
* **Customs Clearance Requirement:** Importers must enter the Registration Number and its expiry date in the Bill of Entry to enable customs clearance.
The effect of these changes is to introduce a mandatory registration process for paper imports that were previously allowed without this requirement. This will likely increase the administrative burden on importers and potentially impact the timing of import clearances.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The primary target audience and stakeholders are:
* Importers of paper products falling under the specific tariff lines listed in Annexure I of the notification.
* Customs officials responsible for clearing paper import consignments.
* The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), which is responsible for administering the import policy.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is the responsible agency. The customs department will play a crucial role in enforcing the PIMS requirements during import clearance.
* **Timelines:**
* The online registration facility will be available from 15.07.2022 at https:imports.gov.in.
* PIMS will be effective from 01.10.2022.
* **Procedures:** Importers are required to register online by providing advance information and paying a fee. They will then need to include the registration number and expiry date on the bill of entry.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The likely intended outcomes of these specific changes are:
* **Enhanced Monitoring:** Improved tracking and monitoring of paper imports into India.
* **Data Collection:** Gathering more detailed data on paper imports, which can be used for policy formulation and trade analysis.
* **Regulation Compliance:** Facilitating compliance with existing import regulations and standards.
* **Impact on Importers:** Increased administrative burden and potential delays in import clearance due to the new registration requirement.
**9. Conclusion:**
This amendment to the import policy of paper introduces the Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS), requiring compulsory registration for previously "Free" paper imports under specific tariff lines. This change aims to enhance monitoring and data collection related to paper imports, impacting importers and customs procedures. Stakeholders should familiarize themselves with the PIMS requirements and timelines to ensure compliance and minimize disruptions to their import operations.
Key Entities Referenced
Foreign Trade Development and Regulation Act, 1992: An act that provides the legal framework for foreign trade development and regulation in India. It is being referenced for the powers conferred to the Central Government.
Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020: The prevailing foreign trade policy of India during the period 2015-2020, which is being referenced in conjunction with the Foreign Trade Development and Regulation Act, 1992.
Central Government: The executive authority of the Union of India, responsible for amending the import policy.
Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS): A system introduced for monitoring the import of paper into India, requiring compulsory registration.
ITC HS, 2022, Schedule I Import Policy: Indian Trade Classification (Harmonized System) is a classification system used for import and export activities. The notification refers to Chapter 48 of the ITC HS, 2022, Schedule I Import Policy, which pertains to paper products.
Chapter 48: Chapter 48 of the ITC HS, 2022, Schedule I Import Policy which pertains to paper products.
Annexure I: A list attached to the notification that specifies the tariff lines (201 tariff lines) affected by the policy change related to paper imports.
Customs: The department responsible for the clearance of import consignments based on the registration number and expiry date provided in the Bill of Entry.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade: The organization responsible for implementing the foreign trade policy, represented by Santosh Kumar Sarangi, who is signing the notification.
Santosh Kumar Sarangi: Director General of Foreign Trade and Ex officio Additional Secretary.
Ministry of Commerce and Industry: The ministry under whose authority the notification is issued.
New Delhi: The location where the notification was issued.
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EXTRAORDINARY
भाग II—खण्ड 3—उप-खण्ड (ii)
PART II—Section 3—Sub-section (ii)
प्राजधकार स ेप्रकाजित
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201 48239090 vU;8 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(Department of Commerce)
(DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE)
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 25th May, 2022
No. 11 /2015-2020
Subject : Amendment in import policy of Paper and incorporation of policy condition in Chapter
48 of ITC (HS), 2022, Schedule – I (Import Policy).
S.O. 2378(E).—In exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 read with Section 5 and Section 9 of
the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 (as amended from time to time) read with
paragraph 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020, the Central Government hereby amends
the import policy from ‘Free’ to ‘Free subject to compulsory registration under Paper Import Monitoring
System (PIMS)’ under Chapter 48 of ITS (HS), 2022, Schedule –I (Import Policy) and insert a new policy
condition under this chapter for 201 tariff lines:
a. The list of tariff lines is at Annexure -I.
b. Import policy for the items as listed in the Annexure has been revised from ‘Free’ to ‘Free
subject to compulsory registration’ under Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS)’.
c. Paper Import Monitoring System (PIMS)) shall require importers to submit advance
information in an online system for import of items under the Annexure -A and obtain an automatic
Registration Number by paying registration fee of Rs. 500. The importer can apply for registration
not earlier than 75th day and not later than 5th day before the expected date of arrival of import
consignment. The automatic Registration Number thus granted shall remain valid for a period of 75
days. Multiple Bill of Entries shall be allowed in same registration number within the validity
period of registration for the permitted quantity.
d. Importer shall have to enter the Registration Number and expiry date of Registration in the
Bill of Entry to enable Customs for clearance of consignment.
e. The PIMS will be effective from 01.10.2022 i.e. Bill of Entry on or after 01.10.2022 for
items as listed in the Annexure -I to this Notification shall be governed by PIMS. The facility
of online registration will be available with effect from 15.07.2022 at https://imports.gov.in.
2. Effect of the Notification:
Import policy of Specific tariff lines under Chapter 48 of ITC(HS) 2022 as given at Annexure -I to this
Notification is revised from ‘Free’ to ‘Free subject to compulsory registration under Paper Import
Monitoring System (PIMS)’.
This issues with the approval of Minister of Commerce & Industry.
[F. No. M-5975/AM-04/PC-2[A]/E-5984)]
SANTOSH KUMAR SARANGI, Director General of Foreign Trade
& Ex- officio Addl. Secy.
Annexure-I
Annexure referred to in Notification No. 10/2015-20 dated 24.05.2022 regarding amendment in
import policy of Paper and incorporation of policy condition in Chapter 48 of ITC (HS), 2022,
Schedule-I (Import Policy)
Products under Chapter-48 (201 Tariff lines)
Sl.No. HS Code Commodity
1 48010010 Glazed Newsprint
2 48010090 Other Newsprints
3 48021010 Hand Made Paper[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 9
4 48021020 Hand-Made Paperboard
5 48022010 Photographic Base Paper Uncoated
6 48022090 Others
7 48024000 Wallpaper Base
8 48025410 India Paper
9 48025420 Litho And Offset Paper
10 48025430 Duplicating Paper
11 48025440 Airmail Paper
12 48025450 Tissue Paper
13 48025490 Others
14 48025510 Litho And Offset Paper
15 48025520 Drawing Paper
16 48025530 Duplicating Paper
17 48025540 Account Book Paper
18 48025590 Other Paper
19 48025610 Litho And Offset Paper
20 48025620 Drawing Paper
21 48025630 Duplicating Paper
22 48025640 Account Book Paper
23 48025690 Other Paper
24 48025710 Litho And Offset Paper
25 48025720 Drawing Paper
26 48025730 Duplicating Paper
27 48025740 Account Book Paper
28 48025790 Other Paper
29 48025810 Litho And Offset Paper
30 48025820 Drawing Paper.
31 48025830 Duplicating Paper
32 48025890 Other
33 48026110 Drawing Paper
34 48026120 Poster Paper
35 48026130 Printing Paper Dyed/Marbled In Mass
36 48026140 Account Book Paper
37 48026150 Automatic Data Processing Machine Paper
38 48026190 Other
39 48026210 Drawing Paper
40 48026220 Poster Paper
41 48026230 Printing Paper Dyed/Marbled In Mass
42 48026240 Account Book Paper
43 48026250 Automatic Data Processing Machine Paper
44 48026290 Other
45 48026910 Drawing Paper
46 48026920 Poster Paper
47 48026930 Printing Paper Dyed/Marbled In Mass10 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
48 48026940 Account Book Paper
49 48026950 Automatic Data Processing Machine Paper
50 48026990 Other
Tissue Paper For House Hold/Sanitary Purpose In Commercial Size rolls Of
51 48030010
Width>=36 C.M.
52 48030090 Other Tissue Paper
53 48041100 Kraft Liner Unbleached
54 48041900 Other Kraft Liner
55 48042100 Sack Kraft Paper Unbleached
56 48042900 Other Sack Kraft Paper
57 48043100 Other Craft Paper And Paperboard Weighing 150 G/M2 Or Less Unbleached
58 48043900 Other Craft Paper And Paperboard Weighing<=150g/M2
Other Kraft Paper/Paperboard Weighing More Than 150g/M2 But Less Than
59 48044100
225g/M2 Unbleached
Other Kraft Paper/Paperboard Weighing > 150 G/M2 But<225g/M2 Bleached
60 48044200
Uniformly With 95% Fibre Continuing Wood Fibre From Chemical Proc
61 48044900 Other Kraft Paper And Paperboard Weighing Above 150g/M2 But Below 225g/M2
62 48045100 Kraft Paper/Paperboard Weighing/225g/M2 Unbleached
Other Kraft Paper And Paperboard Weighing>=225g/M2 Bleached Uniformly 95%
63 48045200
Of The Fibres Are Wood Fibre From Chemical Process
64 48045900 Other Kraft Paper/Paperboard Weighing 225g/M2/More
65 48051100 Semi-Chemical Fluting Paper
66 48051200 Straw Fluting Paper
67 48051900 Other Fluting Paper
68 48052400 Testliner (Recycled Liner Board) Of Wt<=150 G/M2
69 48052500 Testliner (Recycled Liner Board)Of Wt>250 G /M2
70 48053000 Sulphite Wrapping Paper
71 48054000 Filter Paper And Paperboard
72 48055000 Felt Paper And Paperboard
73 48059100 Other Uncoated Paper And Paperboard Of Wt<=150 G/M2
74 48059200 Other Uncoated Paper And Paperboard Of Wt< 150 G/M2 Sut<225 G/M2
75 48059300 Other Uncoated Paper And Paperboard Of Wt>=225 G/M2
76 48061000 Vegetable Parchment Paper
77 48062000 Greaseproof Papers
78 48063000 Tracing Papers
79 48064010 Glassine Paper
80 48064090 Others (E.G. Vellum)
Straw Paper And Other Straw Bord,Won Covered With Paper Other Than Straw
81 48070010
Paper
82 48070090 Other
83 48081000 Corrugated Paper/Paperboard W/N Perforated
84 48084010 Sack Kraft Paper, Creped Or Crinkled, Whether Or Not Embossed Or Perforated
85 48084090 Other Kraft Paper, Creped Or Crinkled, Whether Or Not Embossed Or Perforated
86 48089000 Other Paper And Paperboard Corrugated
87 48092000 Self-Copy Paper[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 11
88 48099000 Other Copying Or Transfer Papers
89 48101310 Imitation Art Paper
90 48101320 Art Paper
91 48101330 Chrome Paper Or Paperboard
92 48101390 Other
93 48101410 Imitation Paper
94 48101420 Art Paper
95 48101430 Chrome Paper Or Paperbord
96 48101490 Other
97 48101910 Imitation Art Paper
98 48101920 Art Paper
99 48101930 Chrome Paper Or Paprboard
100 48101990 Other
Light-Weight Coated Paper OthrGraphcPrps Out Of TotlFibrContntFibrObtnd By
101 48102200
MchProcs>10% By Weight
OthrPapr And PaprbordFrWrtngEtc Of Whch>=10% By Wt Of
102 48102900
TotlFbrsCntntCnssts Of FibrsObtnd By A MchnclPrcss
KrftPapr And PaprbordOthrThn For WritngetcBlechdWodFibrFrmChProcs Is >
103 48103100
95% Of The TotlFibrs And Weig
KrftPapr And Paprbord,OthrThn For WritngprntngEtcBlechd, Wood
104 48103200
ContngFibrFrmChprocs Is More Thn 95 Prcnt Of
105 48103910 Insulating Paper
106 48103920 Electric Insulating Press Board Kg
107 48103930 Insulation Boards (Homogeneous)
108 48103990 Others
109 48109200 Multiply Paper And Paperboard
110 48109900 Other Coated Paper And Paperboard (Not Mltiply)
111 48111000 Tard Bituminised/Asphalted Paper And Paperboard
112 48114100 Self Adhesive Paper And Paperboard
113 48114900 Other Gummed Or Adhesive Paper And Paperboard
114 48115110 Aseptic Packaging Paper
115 48115190 Other Bleached Paper, Paperboard Etc. Weighing > 150gm/Sqm
116 48115910 Aseptic Packaging Paper
117 48115990 Other Paper, Paperboard Etc. Weighing > 150gm/Sqm
Paper And Paperboard, Coated, Impregnated Or Covered With Wax, Paraffin Wax,
118 48116000
Stearine, Oil Or Glycerol
Hand Made Paper And Paperboard Rules Lind Or Squared But Not Otherwise
119 48119011
Printed
120 48119012 Chromo And Art Paper Coated
121 48119013 Building Board Of Paper Or Pulp Impregnated
122 48119014 Chromo Board
123 48119015 Raw Base Paper For Sensitising Coated
124 48119016 Surface Marbled Paper.
125 48119017 Leather Board And Imitation Leather Board
126 48119018 Matrix Board12 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
127 48119091 Other Grape Guarded Paper
128 48119093 Thermal Paper For Fax Machines
129 48119094 Thermal Paper In Jumbo Rolls
130 48119099 Others
131 48120000 Filter Blocks Slabs And Plats Of Paper Pulp
132 48131000 Paper In The Form Of Booklets Or Tubes
133 48132000 Cig Paper In Rolls Of Width Not Exceeding 5 Cm
134 48139010 Cig Paper In Bulk Or Sheets
135 48139090 Others
Wallpaper And Smaller Wallcoverings Consisting Of PaprCoatd/Covrd On Face
136 48142000
Side With A Grained Embossed ColrdEtc/Decorated Layer Or
137 48149000 Other Wallpaper And Wall coverings
138 48162010 DuplicatngPapercut To Size
139 48162020 Paper For Fax Machine
140 48162090 Others
141 48169010 Other Copyng Or TrnsfrPaprs(ExcludPrntd Transfer) Cut To Size W/N Put In Boxes
142 48169020 Calculating Machine Paper In Rolls And Strips Not Exceeding 15cm In Width
143 48169090 Others
144 48171000 Envelopes
145 48172000 LtrCrds,PlnPostcrds And CorspndnceCrds
146 48173010 Writing Blocks
147 48173090 OthrPapr Stationery FrCorspndnceContng Only An Asortmnt Of PaprStationry
148 48181000 Toilet Paper
149 48182000 Handkerchips,Clng/Facial Tissu And Towels
150 48183000 Tablecloths And Serviettes.
151 48185000 Artcls Of Apparel Andclothng Accessories
152 48189000 OthrArtcls Of Papr,PaprPlp,CllsWdngEtc
153 48191010 Boxes Of Corrugated Paper And Paper Board
154 48191090 Cartnsandcases Of Corrugated Paprandpaprbrd
155 48192010 Cartns/Boxes/Cases For Packng Match Stickssticks
156 48192020 Boxes Of Non-Crrugated Paper And Paperboard
157 48192090 FlongCartnsandcases Of Non-CrrgtdPaprandbrd
158 48193000 Sacks ,Bags Width Of Base 40 Cm And Above
159 48194000 Othr Sacks And Bags Includng Cones
160 48195010 OthrPackngContnrs Made Of Crrugated Paper/Paprbord
161 48195090 OthrPacknsContnrs Made Of Othr Materials
162 48196000 Box Files Letr Trays StorgeBoxs And SimlrArtclsUsd In Offcs Shops Or The Like
163 48201010 Registers Account Books
164 48201020 Letter Pads
165 48201090 Others
166 48202000 Exercese Books
167 48203000 Binders Folders And File Covers
168 48204000 Manifold BusinesForms,IntrlvdCrbn Sets
169 48205000 Albums For Sampls Or For Collections[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 13
170 48209010 Blotting Papers Cut To Size
171 48209090 Others
172 48211010 Paper Tag
173 48211020 Labels
174 48211090 OthrPrntd Paper Or Paperboard
175 48219010 Labels
176 48219090 Others
177 48221000 Bobins Spools UsdForwindngTextl Yarn
178 48229010 Paper Tube Of All Kinds
179 48229090 Others
180 48232000 Filter Paper And Paperboard
181 48234000 PrntdRols,ShtsanddialsFrSlfrcrdngAprts
182 48236100 Of Bamboo
183 48236900 Other
184 48237010 Papr Pulp Moulded Trays
185 48237020 Wood Pulp Board
186 48237030 Articles Of Papr Mache Other Than Artware And Moulded/Pressed Of Wood Pulp
187 48237090 Others
188 48239011 Braille Paper
189 48239012 Cellulose In Sole Board/Sheet
190 48239013 Packing And Wrapping Paper
191 48239014 Paper For Cigarette Filter Tips
192 48239015 Paper Cone For Loud Speaker
193 48239016 Patterns Of Papr For Leather Footwear/ Garments/Goods
194 48239017 Patterns Of Papr For Articles Of Apparel/ Clothing Accessories
Product Consistings Of Sheets Of Paper/ Rbord, Impregngted,Coted Or Covered
195 48239018
With Plastics.
196 48239019 Decorative Laminates
197 48239021 Pre-Punched Cards
Monotype and Newstape Paper in strips with perforated edges not exceeding 15cm
198 48239022
in width
199 48239023 Typing Paper Cut To Size
200 48239030 Plain Or Embossed Seals Made Of Paper Laminated Paper Or Paper Gaskets.
201 48239090 Others
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