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Trade & Export Policy Intelligence Roundup: Q1 FY27 Strategic Shifts
This report covers Trade Policy, Export Incentives, Customs Duty, and FTAs from April 07, 2026, to April 14, 2026. Key findings include the full restoration of RoDTEP rates, emergency customs duty waivers for the petrochemical sector, and mandatory invoice synchronization for automated export verification.
Key Statistics
| $1 Trillion | 0% | ₹10 / Litre |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2026-27 Export Target | Customs Duty on 40 Petrochemicals | Excise Duty Cut on Petrol/Diesel |
Weekly Executive Summary
- RoDTEP Restoration: The DGFT has officially restored full Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) rates, withdrawing the 50% restriction imposed earlier in Q4 FY26.
- Customs Duty Relief: To mitigate supply chain volatility from the West Asia crisis, the Department of Revenue has reduced customs duty to zero on 40 critical petrochemical products until June 30, 2026.
- Administrative Reform: New DGFT mandates require identical invoice numbers across Certificates of Origin (CoO) and Shipping Bills to enable fully automated export benefit verification.
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