Executive Summary:
This public notice issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) amends existing policy regarding the export of finished leather, Wet Blue, and EI Tanned Leather. It permits export through the Inland Container Depot (ICD) at Kheda, in addition to previously notified ports/ICDs. The notice is effective from January 6, 2016, and references several earlier public notices that are being amended.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Amendment of Existing Policy:** This notice amends Public Notice No. 23RE2013200914 dated 13.08.2013, read with Public Notice No. 24RE2013200914 dated 05.09.2013, 38RE2013200914 dated 20.11.2013 and 43RE2015201520 dated 28.10.2015.
* **Expanded Export Locations:** Export of finished leather, Wet Blue, and EI Tanned Leather is now permitted through the ICD at Kheda.
* **Facilities at Kheda ICD:** The ICD at Kheda will utilize facilities at the Regional Centre of CLRI (Central Leather Research Institute) in Ahmedabad for sample drawal, testing, and certification.
* **Continued Procedures:** The procedure for sample drawal, testing, and certification by CLRI as notified in Public Notice No. 23 dated 13.08.2013 remains in effect.
Impact Analysis:
Stakeholder: Exporters of Finished Leather, Wet Blue, and EI Tanned Leather
* Impact: Exporters gain an additional export location through the ICD at Kheda, potentially reducing transportation costs and improving logistics.
* Action Required: Exporters should familiarize themselves with the facilities available at the Kheda ICD and the procedures for utilizing the CLRI Regional Centre in Ahmedabad for sample testing and certification, while also adhering to the guidelines in Public Notice No. 23 dated 13.08.2013.
Stakeholder: Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
* Impact: The DGFT is responsible for implementing and monitoring the revised export policy.
* Action Required: Ensure effective communication and coordination with relevant authorities, including customs officials and the CLRI Regional Centre in Ahmedabad, to facilitate smooth export operations through the Kheda ICD.
Stakeholder: Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI)
* Impact: The CLRI Regional Centre in Ahmedabad will experience increased demand for its testing and certification services.
* Action Required: Ensure adequate resources and capacity to handle the additional workload related to sample testing and certification for exports through the Kheda ICD, while adhering to the procedures outlined in Public Notice No. 23 dated 13.08.2013.
Key Entities Referenced
Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-20: A policy document that is being referenced and amended.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade: The issuing authority for the public notice and responsible for foreign trade regulations.
Finished Leather, Wet Blue and EI Tanned Leather: The specific goods whose export is the subject of the public notice.
Public Notice No. 23RE2013200914 dated 13.08.2013: A previously issued public notice that is being amended and referred to.
Public Notice No. 24RE2013200914 dated 05.09.2013: A previously issued public notice that is being amended and referred to.
Public Notice No. 38RE2013200914 dated 20.11.2013: A previously issued public notice that is being amended and referred to.
Public Notice No. 43RE2015201520 dated 28.10.2015: A previously issued public notice that is being amended and referred to.
ICD at Kheda, Gujarat: Inland Container Depot in Kheda, Gujarat, now permitted for export of specified leather products.