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Date: 19-Jun-2023 Category: Extra Ordinary State: Union Government Country: India

Amendment in Paragraph 10.16 (A) in the Handbook of Procedures 2023 to amend the procedure for General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipments(GAEC).

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Here's a summary of the provided policy text, following your specified structure: **Executive Summary:** This public notice from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) amends the Handbook of Procedures 2023, specifically paragraph 10.16A, to revise the procedure for General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipment (GAEC). The amendment adds more chemicals under Appendix 10N for General Authorisation of Export of Chemicals GAEC with immediate effect. It outlines new declarations and conditions for exporters. **Key Points / Main Content:** * **Amendment Overview:** * Paragraph 10.16A of the Handbook of Procedures 2023 is amended. * The amendment concerns the procedure for General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipment (GAEC) of SCOMET items. * **Procedure for GAEC:** * For export/re-export of SCOMET items under Categories/Sub-Categories 1C, 1D, 1E, 3D001, and 3D004 (excluding software and technology) and specific chemicals in Appendix 10N, exporters must apply for GAEC online via the SCOMET portal and attach information in proforma ANF10A. * **Exporter Declarations:** * Exporters must declare that exported items will only be used for purposes stated in the End-Use Certificate (EUC). * Modification or replication of items without prior consent from the Indian government is prohibited. * Subsequent transfer/export/re-export under GAEC to countries in Appendix 10N is allowed only for civilian end use. * Exporters must submit a signed and stamped declaration on their letterhead stating that exports are exclusively for civilian end use. * A declaration from the Indian exporter stating that the transfers/exports/re-exports in the entire supply chain would be only for eligible list of countries as provided in Appendix 10N. * **General Authorisation Conditions:** * Exporters must register and obtain General Authorization for Export of Chemicals/Mixture of Chemicals and related equipment only once during the validity period. * Subsequent transfer/export/re-export to specified countries is subject to quarterly post-reporting to relevant government authorities. * The General Authorization is valid for five years from the date of issue, subject to quarterly post-reporting within 30 days from the end of each quarter. * **Appendix 10N:** * Includes SCOMET Item Names (Mixture of Chemicals, Sodium Perchlorate) and a list of applicable countries for each category. * References Tables 1 and 2 for specific country lists. **Impact Analysis** **Stakeholder: Exporters of Chemicals and Related Equipment** * *Impact:* New procedures and declarations are required for exporting chemicals and related equipment under GAEC, specifically SCOMET items. They need to comply with civilian end-use restrictions and post-reporting requirements. * *Action Required:* * Familiarize themselves with the amended Paragraph 10.16A and Appendix 10N of the Handbook of Procedures 2023. * Use the online SCOMET portal for GAEC applications. * Prepare and submit declarations regarding end-use and supply chain destinations. * Register and obtain General Authorization. * Maintain records for quarterly post-reporting to government authorities. **Stakeholder: Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)** * *Impact:* DGFT is responsible for implementing and overseeing the amended export procedures. * *Action Required:* * Ensure the SCOMET portal is updated to reflect the changes. * Process GAEC applications according to the new guidelines. * Monitor post-reporting from exporters. * Enforce compliance with the new regulations. **Stakeholder: Government of India** * *Impact:* The government aims to control the export of chemicals and related equipment, ensuring they are used for civilian purposes only and comply with international obligations. * *Action Required:* * Monitor the effectiveness of the amended procedures. * Review and update Appendix 10N as needed. * Coordinate with relevant agencies to ensure compliance and prevent misuse of exported items.

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Foreign Trade Policy FTP 2023: A policy document under which the Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) exercises powers. Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT): An organization that amends the Handbook of Procedures (HBP) and issues General Authorizations for Export of Chemicals (GAEC). Handbook of Procedures HBP 2023: A document amended by the DGFT, specifically Paragraph 10.16 A, regarding the procedure for General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipments GAEC. General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals GAEC: A procedure for exporting chemicals and related equipment, particularly SCOMET items. SCOMET: Relates to items under Categories Sub Categories of 1C, 1D,1E, 3D001 and 3D004 excluding software and technology, and those chemicals specified in the Appendix 10N. Appendix 10N: A list specifying applicable countries and chemicals under General Authorisation of Export of Chemicals (GAEC). Chemical Weapons Convention: An international treaty related to the prohibition of chemical weapons. Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons: The organization responsible for implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention, with its website mentioned for the list of States Parties.
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vefsjdkA vtsZaVhuk] v‚LVªfsy;k] v‚fLVª;k] csfYt;e] czkthy] cqYxkfj;k] dukMk] psdx.kjkT;] MsuekdZ] fQuySaM] Ýkla ] teZuh] xzhl] gxa jh] vkblySaM] vk;jySaM] bVyh] tkiku] yDlecxZ] uhnjySaM] U;wthySaM] u‚oZs] ikys SaM] iqrZxky] dksfj;k x.kjkT;] :lhla?k] nf{k.k vÝhdk] Lius ] LohMu] fLoV~tjySaM] rqdhZ] ;wØsu] ;wukbVMs fdaxMe] la;qäjkT; vefsjdkA4 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART I—SEC.1] MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) (DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE) PUBLIC NOTICE New Delhi, the 19th June, 2023 No. 15/2023 Subject:- Amendment in Paragraph 10.16 (A) in the Handbook of Procedures 2023 to amend the procedure for General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipments (GAEC). F. No. 01/91/180/01/AM22/EC(S).—In exercise of the powers conferred under Paragraph 1.03 and Paragraph 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023, the Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) hereby makes amendment to Handbook of Procedures (HBP) 2023amending the paragraph 10.16(A) as mentioned below with immediate effect. Existing Paragraph Revised Paragraph 10.16 General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals 10.16 General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related Equipment (GAEC) of SCOMET items and related Equipment (GAEC) of SCOMET items A. Procedure for grant of General Authorisation for A. Procedure for grant of General Authorisation for Export of Chemicals and related equipment (GAEC) Export of Chemicals and related equipment (GAEC) I. In respect of export/re-export of SCOMET items under I. In respect of export/re-export of SCOMET items under the Categories /Sub Categories of 1C, 1D,1E, 3D001 and the Categories /Sub Categories of 1C, 1D,1E, 3D001 and 3D004 (excluding software and technology), the 3D004 (excluding software and technology), and those applicant exporter shall submit an application for GAEC chemicals specified in the Appendix 10(N), to the through online SCOMET portal and attach information specified countries mentioned in the Appendix 10(N),the inproforma–ANF applicant exporter shall submit an application for GAEC 10A; through online SCOMET portal and attach information in proforma –ANF-10A; 10.16 A. (II) b. (ii) The applicant exporter declares that 10.16 A. (II) b. (ii) The applicant exporter declares that the items that are intended to be exported shall not be the items that are intended to be exported shall not be used for any purpose other than the purpose(s) stated in used for any purpose other than the purpose(s) stated in the EUC and that such use shall not be changed nor the the EUC and that such use shall not be changed nor the items modified or replicated without the prior consent of items modified or replicated without the prior consent of the Government of India.; the Government of India. Further transfer/export/re- export under GAEC to the list of applicable countries specified in the Appendix 10(N) will be for civilian end use only; 2. A new entry as Para 10.16.A.(II)c.(iv) is added as below : (iv) Any subsequent transfer/export/re-export under GAEC to the list of applicable countries specified in the Appendix 10(N) is only for civilian end use. 3. Two new entriesas Para 10.16.A.(II)d and 10.16.A.(II)eare added as below : d. A declaration is to be submitted by the exporter on Letter Head duly signed and stamped stating that export shall only be done for civilian end use. e. A declaration from the Indian exporter stating that that the transfers/exports/re-exports in the entire supply chain would be only for eligible list of countries as provided in Appendix 10(N). Effect of this Public Notice :Para 10.16(A) of HBP 2023 has been amended to add more chemicals (Appendix 10N) under General Authorisation of Export of Chemicals (GAEC). SANTOSH KUMAR SARANGI, Director General of Foreign Trade Ex-officio Addl. Secy.[भाग I—खण् ड 1] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 5 Appendix 10 (N) Description SCOMET Item Name List of applicable Countries for Category export Mixture of Chemicals 1B010 As per Updated Please refer to Table 1 below at containing 1% or less of SCOMET List Note 1. chemicals 1B010, 1B011, 1B011 1B012 and 1B040 under 1B012 SCOMET List. 1B040 Mixture of Chemicals 1B (except 1B010, containing 30% or less of 1B011, 1B012 and chemicals listed under 1B 1B040) (except 1B010, 1B011, 1B012 and 1B040). In addition to existing 1C As per Updated Please refer to Table 1 below at procedure under 1C, mixture SCOMET List Note 1. of Chemicals containing 30% or less of chemicals listed under 1C in SCOMET List. In addition to existing 1E As per Updated • States party to the Chemical procedure under 1E, mixture SCOMET List Weapons Convention. of Chemicals containing 30% • List of States Parties can be found at the official website of the or less of chemicals listed Organization for the Prohibition of under 1E in SCOMET List. Chemical Weapons at www.opcw.org. Note: For more details, please refer Category 1E under updated SCOMET List. Sodium Perchlorate 3A306 Sodium Perchlorate Note: Please refer to Table 2 below. Note 1: Export of chemicals/Mixture of Chemicals (excluding Software and Technology) listed above is allowed to the countries specified in the relevant column above on the basis of a one-time General Authorization for Export of Chemicals and related equipment (GAEC) issued by DGFT, subject to the following conditions (in addition to the existing procedure) and the procedure as prescribed from time to time: I. The exporter is required to register and obtain General Authorization for Export of Chemicals/Mixture of Chemicals and related equipment only once during the validity period. Subsequent transfer/export/re-export to the countries specified below is subject to post reporting(s) on quarterly basis to relevant Government authorities; II. General Authorization for Export of Chemicals/Mixture of Chemicals and related equipment issued for export / re-export of SCOMET items under the above Categories / Sub Categories (excluding software and technology) shall be valid for a period of five years from the date of issue of General Authorization for Export of Chemicals and related equipment subject to subsequent post reporting(s) on quarterly basis to be reported within 30 days from the last quarter.6 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART I—SEC.1] Table 1 Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States. Table 2 Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States of America. Uploaded by Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054.

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