**Executive Summary**
This Public Notice (No. 13/2026-27), issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) on May 29, 2026, announces the immediate revision of Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) for specific products under the Chemical and Allied Products export group. Exercising powers under the Foreign Trade Policy-2023, the DGFT has amended the input requirements for SIONs A1090, A1794, A1827, A3105, A3106, and A3107. These changes are effective immediately and dictate the exact quantities of raw materials allowed for the production of items such as Caustic Soda, Gelatine, Ossein, and various grades of Chlorinated Paraffin.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Regulatory Authority and Scope**
* The revisions are issued by the DGFT under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, invoking paragraphs 1.03 and 2.04 of the Foreign Trade Policy-2023.
* The amendments specifically target Export Product Group ‘A’, which encompasses Chemical and Allied Products.
* All changes mentioned in the notice and its Annexure-A come into force with immediate effect.
**Revised Input-Output Norms for Specific Chemicals**
* **A1090 (Caustic Soda Flakes/Solid):** To produce 1 kg of output, the required input is 2.105 kg of Caustic Soda Lye (47-48%).
* **A1794 (Gelatine):** To produce 1 MT of output, the required input is 3.92 MT of Gel Bones.
* **A1827 (Ossein):** To produce 1 kg of output, the required input is 2.24 kg of Gel Bones.
**Standardization for Chlorinated Paraffin (A3105, A3106, A3107)**
* The norms for Chlorinated Paraffin have been detailed based on specific chlorine content percentages ranging from 41% to 55%.
* Each entry specifies the precise quantity of three required inputs: Paraffin (C10-C30), Chlorine, and a Relevant Stabilizer.
* **A3105:** Covers chlorine content from 41% to 45%.
* **A3106:** Covers chlorine content from 46% to 50%.
* **A3107:** Covers chlorine content from 51% to 55%.
* For all Chlorinated Paraffin variants, the "Relevant Stabilizer" input is fixed at 0.010 kg per 1 kg of output.
**Impact Analysis**
**Exporters of Chemical and Allied Products**
**Impact**
Exporters of products covered by SIONs A1090, A1794, A1827, A3105, A3106, and A3107 are directly affected as the permissible quantity of duty-free or regulated inputs has been redefined. This impacts their manufacturing formulas and export-import balance sheets.
**Action Required**
Exporters must immediately update their manufacturing records and application filings to align with the revised input quantities specified in Annexure-A of this notice.
**Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) & Customs Authorities**
**Impact**
These bodies are responsible for the administration and verification of export incentives and import clearances. The revised norms serve as the new benchmark for auditing and licensing.
**Action Required**
Administrative officers must apply these updated SIONs for all relevant export-import authorizations and compliance checks from the date of the notice’s issuance.
**Manufacturers of Chlorinated Paraffin**
**Impact**
Manufacturers must adhere to highly specific input ratios for Paraffin and Chlorine based on the exact chlorine percentage (41%–55%) of their final product.
**Action Required**
Technical teams must ensure that production outputs are categorized correctly under SION A3105, A3106, or A3107 to match the corresponding input allowances.
Key Entities Referenced
Standard Input Output Norms (SION): The technical standards specifying the quantity of inputs allowed for a unit of output for export purposes, which are the primary subject of revision in this document.
Foreign Trade Policy-2023: The comprehensive policy framework governing India's exports and imports, providing the legal authority for the revision of export norms.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT): The primary regulatory authority under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry responsible for implementing trade policies and issuing these revised norms.
Chemical and Allied Products: The specific export product category (identified as Group ‘A’) to which the revised input-output standards apply.