Amendment in Standard Input Output Norms of Chemical and Allied Product Product Code A

## Report on Amendment to Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes Public Notice No. 30/2015-20, dated October 12, 2022, which amends the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-2020. The amendment suspends the Standard Input Output Norms (SION) for eleven specific chemical and allied products. This suspension directly affects exporters of these products, requiring them to seek Advance Authorization through a different procedure if they wish to continue exporting. The key finding is that this amendment impacts the cost and administrative burden for specific chemical exporters. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview and analysis of Public Notice No. 30/2015-20, issued on October 12, 2022, concerning amendments to the Standard Input Output Norms (SION) within the framework of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-2020. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the Public Notice. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy Being Amended:** Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-2020. * **Core Objective(s) (Inferred):** From the given text, the core objective of the original policy and the SION seems to provide standardized input-output norms for export products, likely to streamline trade and provide clarity to exporters. This amendment suggests a re-evaluation or alteration of these standards for specific items. **4. Background and Rationale:** The amendment likely addresses a need to reassess the previously established Standard Input Output Norms (SION) for the listed chemical and allied products. While the specific reason for the suspension is not explicitly stated, it can be inferred that there might be issues such as: changes in manufacturing processes, discrepancies between the existing norms and actual input-output ratios, or the need for a more stringent control on these particular chemicals for regulatory reasons. The suspension suggests a temporary measure while these norms are being reviewed or potentially revised. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This Public Notice specifically *suspends* the Standard Input Output Norms (SION) for the following export products and their corresponding SION numbers: * A254 Guanidine Nitrate * A257 Hexahydrothymol Menthol BPUSP * A282 Magnesium Glycerophosphate BPC 63 * A1939 Terpeneol * A1973 Deltamethrin 2.8 WW or 2.5 WVEC Density 0.89 gm/ML * A2061 Blend of Aromatic Polyester Polyols, Amino Polyols * A2331 Cefuroxime Axetil Amorphous * A2539 Pure Glyceyl Mono Stearate with max Glycerine 0.5 * A2818 Lamivudine * A3056 Trans-4-AminoCyclo Hexanol * A3486 Cineole This means that the previous standardized norms are no longer applicable for these products. Exporters who previously relied on these SIONs now need to apply for Advance Authorization under Para 4.07 of the Handbook of Procedures Vol. I 2015-20. The *effect* of this change is that exporters of these chemicals can no longer rely on the simplified SION process and must now navigate the more complex Advance Authorization procedure. This likely increases the administrative burden and potentially the lead time for exporting these products. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The direct target audience and stakeholders are: * Exporters of Guanidine Nitrate, Hexahydrothymol Menthol BPUSP, Magnesium Glycerophosphate BPC 63, Terpeneol, Deltamethrin, Blend of Aromatic Polyester Polyols, Amino Polyols, Cefuroxime Axetil Amorphous, Pure Glyceyl Mono Stearate, Lamivudine, Trans-4-AminoCyclo Hexanol and Cineole. * Manufacturers of these chemicals who export directly or indirectly. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency:** Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is responsible for implementing this amendment. * **Timeline:** The suspension is effective immediately as of October 12, 2022. * **Procedures:** Exporters seeking authorization must now apply under Para 4.07 of the Handbook of Procedures Vol. I 2015-20 for Advance Authorization. This likely involves providing detailed information about their input-output requirements for these specific export products. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcomes and potential impact of this amendment are: * **Short-term:** Increased administrative burden and potential delays for exporters of the affected chemical products as they transition to the Advance Authorization process. * **Mid-term:** A review or revision of the suspended SIONs, potentially leading to new standardized norms or alternative regulatory approaches. The suspension provides an opportunity to gather more accurate data and address any existing issues with the previous norms. * **Long-term:** Potentially more accurate and relevant regulations for the export of these chemicals, which could contribute to fair trade practices and ensure the quality and safety of exported goods. **9. Conclusion:** Public Notice No. 30/2015-20 represents a significant amendment to the Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020 by suspending the Standard Input Output Norms (SION) for eleven specific chemical and allied products. This change necessitates that affected exporters apply for Advance Authorization under existing procedures. While the immediate impact is an increased administrative burden for these exporters, the suspension suggests an intent to re-evaluate and potentially revise the existing norms, ultimately aiming for more accurate and effective regulation of these exports. The DGFT will be pivotal in implementing and overseeing this transition.

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