## Report on Notification Regarding Import Policy of Crushed and Deoiled GM Soya Cake
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, regarding the import of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only). The notification relaxes certain provisions of the Import Policy, specifically Condition No. 6 b of General Notes Regarding Import Policy Schedule I Imports of the ITC HS 2017, to facilitate the import of 12 Lakh Metric tons of said soya cake through designated ports (Nhava Sheva and Petrapole) until October 31, 2021, or further orders. The purpose of the notification appears to be to address a potential shortage in the supply chain of soya cake, crucial for the animal husbandry and dairy sectors, by expediting imports.
**2. Introduction:**
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade notification regarding the import policy related to crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only). The analysis is based solely on the information provided within the text of the notification itself.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* This notification represents an *amendment* to the existing Import Policy, Schedule I Imports of the ITCHS 2017.
* **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as inferred from the text, is to facilitate the import of 12 Lakh Metric tons of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only) until October 31, 2021, or until further orders. This is intended to ensure adequate supply.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
This is an amendment, therefore the rationale focuses on the reason for *this specific change*. The amendment is likely driven by the need to augment the supply of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake. The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying sought permission to import 12 Lakh MT of this product until October 31, 2021, indicating a potential supply shortfall. The rapid sequence of approvals from various ministries (Environment, Forests, Consumer Affairs, etc.) suggests a perceived urgency in securing this import. The amendment seems designed to address potential procedural bottlenecks in the import process to expedite the arrival of this essential commodity.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This section focuses specifically on the *changes* introduced by the notification.
* **Original Policy Section Affected:** The notification relaxes "Condition No. 6 b of General Notes Regarding Import Policy Schedule I Imports of the ITC HS 2017." The exact content of Condition No. 6 b is not provided, limiting our ability to fully understand the change.
* **New Rule/Provision:** The notification states that Condition No. 6 b "will not apply" to the import of 12 Lakh Metric tons of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only) under ITC HS codes 23040020 and 23040030. This applies "till 31st October, 2021 or until further orders, whichever is earlier, only from Nhava Sheva INNSA1 port and LCS Petrapole INPTPB."
* **Effect of the Change:** By stating Condition 6b will *not* apply, the notification is relaxing some restriction or requirement specified by Condition 6b for *this specific import*. Without knowing the original content of 6b, the exact nature of the relaxed requirement can't be known. However, the effect is clearly to *facilitate* the import, presumably by removing a hurdle or simplifying a process. The change is temporary (until October 31, 2021, or further orders) and geographically limited to two ports.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The target audience and stakeholders directly affected by these changes include:
* Importers of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only).
* Customs authorities at Nhava Sheva INNSA1 port and LCS Petrapole INPTPB.
* The animal husbandry and dairy industries who rely on soya cake.
* The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agencies/Bodies:** The CBIC, through customs authorities at Nhava Sheva and Petrapole, is responsible for monitoring the import quantity to ensure the 12 Lakh Metric ton limit is not exceeded. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) issued the notification.
* **Timelines/Procedures:** The relaxation is valid until October 31, 2021, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The notification indicates an expedited approval process from several ministries leading up to its issuance.
* **Specific to the change:** Customs officials at the named ports will need to be aware of the suspension of condition 6b in these specific cases.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The likely intended outcome of these changes is to ensure a sufficient supply of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only) for the animal husbandry and dairy industries. By relaxing the import policy and facilitating imports through specific ports, the government aims to prevent potential shortages and stabilize the market for this essential feed ingredient. The impact *of the amendment itself* is to remove an impediment to importing soya cake, but the full impact depends on what Condition 6b requires in normal circumstances.
**9. Conclusion:**
The notification represents a targeted amendment to the existing Import Policy designed to facilitate the import of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake (nonliving organism only) to meet domestic demand. The temporary relaxation of Condition No. 6 b of General Notes Regarding Import Policy Schedule I Imports of the ITC HS 2017, combined with focused monitoring at designated ports, is intended to streamline the import process and ensure an adequate supply of this critical commodity for the animal husbandry and dairy sectors. Its significance lies in its potential to prevent supply chain disruptions and maintain stable market conditions within these industries.
Key Entities Referenced
NEW DELHI: Location of publication in India.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying: Indian government ministry that requested permission for import of GM soya cake.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change: Indian government ministry (MOEFCC) whose approval was sought for the import of GM soya cake and provided clarification.
Department of Consumer Affairs: Informed about the approval of the Competent Authority to facilitate the import of 12 Lakh ton of GM soya de oiled cake
Nhava Sheva sea port: One of the designated ports for the import of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake, located in Maharashtra, India.
Petrapole border land port: One of the designated ports for the import of crushed and deoiled GM soya cake located at the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal, India.
Foreign Trade Development and Regulation Act, 1992: Indian law under which the Central Government's powers are exercised.
Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020: Policy document referenced for exercising powers related to import regulations.
ITC HS 2017: Refers to the Indian Trade Clarification based on Harmonized System of Coding used for import policy schedule.
CBIC: Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, responsible for monitoring import quantities through customs authorities.
Nhava Sheva INNSA1 port: Designated port for import of GM Soya Cake
LCS Petrapole INPTPB: Designated port for import of GM Soya Cake
Amit Yadav: Director General of Foreign Trade & Ex officio Additional Secretary
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MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(Department of Commerce)
(DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE)
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 24th August, 2021
No. 20/2015-2020
Subject: Relaxation in applicability of provision in Para 6 (b) of General Notes Regarding Import
Policy Schedule – I (Imports) of the ITC(HS) 2017, Schedule – I (Import Policy).
S.O. 3464(E).—The following communications have been received regarding the import of
crushed and de-oiled GM soya cake (Non-living organism only):
1 (i) Vide DO No. R-43011/2/2021-Anim_Dadf dated 27.7.2021, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry
& Dairying sought permission/approval of MOEF&CC for allowing import of 12 Lakh MT crushed and
de-oiled GM soya cake (Non-living organism) upto 31st October 2021, or earlier;[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 3
(ii) In response to the above, MOEF vide OM dated 6.8.2021, has clarified that, "Since soya de-oiled and
crushed (DOC) cake does not contain any living modified organism, this Ministry has no concerns and no
objection for import of soya cakes from environmental angle";
(iii) DoCA vide F. No. M-1/1/2020-PMC dated 16.8.2021 and Corrigendum dated 16.8.2021 has
conveyed the approval of the Competent Authority to facilitate the import of 12 Lakh ton of GM soya de-
oiled cake; and
(iv) DAHD vide letter dated 19.8.2021 has communicated those imports may be facilitated at 2 ports
namely, Nhava Sheva (sea port) and Petrapole border (land port);
2. Therefore, in exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 read with Section 5 of FT(D&R) Act, 1992 and
paragraph 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2015-2020, as amended from time to time, the
Central Government hereby relaxes the provision in Para 6 of General Notes Regarding Import Policy,
Schedule – I (Imports) of the ITC(HS), 2017.
3. Accordingly, Condition No. 6 (b) of General Notes Regarding Import Policy Schedule -I (Imports) of
the ITC (HS) 2017 will not apply to the import of 12 Lakh Metric ton of crushed and de-oiled GM soya
cake (only Non-living organism) under ITC HS codes 23040020 and 23040030 till 31st October,2021 or
until further orders, whichever is earlier, only from Nhava Sheva (INNSA1) port and LCS Petrapole
(INPTPB).
4. Strict monitoring of import quantity of the above items through the designated ports shall be carried out
by CBIC through the customs authorities at the respective ports to ensure that the quantity of 12 lakh
Metric ton is not breached.
Effect of the Notification: Application of provision as in Condition 6(b) of General Notes Regarding
Import Policy Schedule – I (Imports) of the ITC (HS) 2017 is relaxed to allow imports of 12 Lakh Metric
ton of crushed and de-oiled GM soya cake (only Non-living organism) under ITC HS codes 23040020 and
23040030 from Nhava Sheva (INNSA1) port and LCS Petrapole (INPTPB), till 31st October, 2021 or until
further orders, whichever is earlier.
This issues with the approval of the Minister of Commerce & Industry.
[F. No. M-5012/300/2002/PC-2[A]/Part-VI/E-9019]
AMIT YADAV, Dir. Genl. of Foreign Trade
& Ex- officio Addl. Secy.
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