Executive Summary:
This trade notice announces the implementation of Notification No. 38/2015-2020, dated October 12, 2022, regarding the export quota of 397,267 MT for broken rice (HS Code 1006 40 00) until March 31, 2023. It outlines the procedure for applying for the Registration Certificate/Permission. Online applications will be considered only if filed between October 16, 2022, and October 20, 2022.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Export Policy:**
* Export of broken rice (HS Code 1006 40 00) is permitted until March 31, 2023.
* **Application Procedure:**
* Exporters must apply online via the DGFT ECOM system (Export Authorisations -> Non-SCOMET Restricted Items).
* Hard copies of applications are not required.
* Applications must be filed between October 16, 2022, and October 20, 2022.
* Applications will be examined as per Para 2.72 of the Handbook of Procedure 2015-20.
* Export Authorisation validity is until March 31, 2023.
* **Registration Certificate/Permission Requirements:**
* Separate applications are needed for multiple ICLCs opened before September 8, 2022 (only one ICLC per application).
* LCs must have been opened before September 8, 2022 (Notification No. 31/2015-2020).
* The exchange date between Indian and foreign bank swift date should have been prior to 8th September 2022.
* LCs must be authenticated by the Recipient bank.
* The active mobile number, landline number and e mail ID of the contact person of the bank has to be furnished.
* Required documents: Purchase order/Invoice copy and LC copy (authenticated by the Recipient Bank).
* **How to Apply:**
* Apply online through the DGFT website: https://www.dgft.gov.in -> Services -> Export Management Systems -> Apply for RC for Export.
* **Quota Allocation:**
* DGFT reserves the right to modify quota distribution based on applications received for valid LCs.
* **Application Rejection:**
* Deficient applications or those received via mail/post or after the deadline will not be considered.
Impact Analysis:
Regional Authorities of DGFT:
* Impact: Need to process and manage applications for broken rice export permissions according to the new guidelines.
* Action Required: Implement the procedures for application review and approval as outlined in the notice.
Customs Commissionerates:
* Impact: Responsible for clearing the export of broken rice based on the issued Registration Certificates/Permissions.
* Action Required: Verify the validity of export authorizations and ensure compliance with the specified HS code and quota restrictions.
Members of Trade (Exporters):
* Impact: Can apply for permission to export broken rice within the specified quota and timeframe, provided they meet the outlined conditions.
* Action Required: Prepare and submit online applications with all required documents between October 16, 2022, and October 20, 2022, ensuring compliance with LC requirements and other conditions.
Key Entities Referenced
Directorate General of Foreign Trade: An organization under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, responsible for implementing foreign trade policy.
Notification No. 3820152020 dated 12 October, 2022: A notification regarding the quota for export of broken rice.
HS Code 1006 40 00: The Harmonized System code for broken rice, which is the subject of the export policy.
ITC HS, 2018, Schedule II Export Policy: Indian Trade Clarification based on Harmonized System of Coding, 2018, Schedule II Export Policy which defines the export policy related to specific goods.
31 March, 2023: The deadline for the export of broken rice under the specified notification and quota.
Trade Notice No. 03202122 dated 10.05.2021: A trade notice related to Non-SCOMET Restricted Items.
Handbook of Procedure, 2015-2020: A handbook outlining the procedures related to foreign trade, specifically referenced in the context of application examination.
S. K. Mohapatra: Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade, the issuing authority for the notice.
Government of India
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department of Commerce
Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Dated 14" October,
To
2022
Trade Notice No. 19/2022-23
. All Regional Authorities of DGFT
2. All Customs Commissionerates
3. Members of Trade
Subject: Implementation of Notification No. 38/2015-2020 dated 12 October, 2022.
Reference is invited to Notification No. 38/2015-2020 dated 12" October, 2022
notifying quota of 3,97,267 MT for export of only broken rice under HS Code 1006 40 00 of
Chapter 10 of ITC (HS), 2018, Schedule — II (Export Policy), for the period up to 31° March,
2023, for the year 2022-23, the export policy of which is ‘Prohibited’.
The procedure to apply for the Registration Certificate/Permission under quota notified
2.
vide Notification No. 38/2015-2020 dated 12.10.2022 is outlined below:
Export of broken rice under HS Code 1006 AQ 00 of Chapter 10 of ITC (HS), 2018,
Schedule — Il (Export Policy) will be allowed for the period up to 31° March, 2023, for
t Eh xe p oy re ta er r 2 s 02 c2 a- n2 3 a. pply online through DGFT’s ECOM system for Export Authorisations
il. Non-SCOMET Restricted Items (Please refer Trade Notice No. 03/2021-22 dated
10.05.2021. There is no need to send hard copy of the application via mail or post.
Online applications for export of broken rice under HS Code 10064000 filed from
lil.
16.10.2022 to 20.10.2022 will only be considered.
All the applications will be examined as per the Para 2.72 of Handbook of Procedure,
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2 Va0 l1 i5 d- i2 t0 y2 o0 f. the Export Authorisation will be till 3 1 March, 2023.
The following is applicable for issuance of Registration Certificate/Permission:
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The exporters need to file separate applications if there are more than one ICLC opened
before 08.09.2022 as in a single application only one ICLC will be considered.
LCs should have been opened before the Notification No.31/2015-2020 dated
T8" h" eS e mp et se sm ab ge er , e x2 c0 h2 a2; nge date between the Indian and foreign bank / swift date should have
been prior to 8'" September, 2022. The LCs should have been authenticated by the Recipient bank. They should also furnish
active mobile number, landline number and e ~ mail ID of the contact person of the bank
b Tr ha en c dh o. cuments to be submitted along with the application must include the following:i. | Copy of purchase order / Invoice;
ii. Copy of the LC, authenticated by the Recipient Bank.
f. All applicants seeking Registration Certificate/Permission regarding Export of Broken Rice
may apply online by navigating to the DGFT website (https://www.dgft.gov.in) -> Services >
Export Management Systems > Apply for RC for Export.
a, DGFT reserves the right to decide or alter the modalities of distribution and allocation of
quota depending on the total quantity of broken rice, as per applications received, to be exported
through the valid LCs.
4, Deficient applications or applications received through mails or by post or received
beyond the specified timeline will not be considered.
This issues with the approval of competent authority. 50: 20R>
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(S. K. Mohapatra)
Deputy Director General of Foreign Trade
E-mail: mohapatra.sk@nic.in
(Issued from F.No. 01/91/171/35/AM20/E-File/Part-1 /E-19680)