Export-linked import entitlement allows duty-free import for agrochemical R&D subject to declarations, DSIR registration and compliance. Application enables duty-free import of listed agro-chemical equipment subject to export-linked entitlement computed on an FOB basis, a declaration that imports are for research and development, an installation-within-six-months and seven-year non-transfer condition, DSIR registration of the R&D wing, Chartered Accountant certification of exported/imported values, and Regional Office verification and issuance of the duty-free import certificate in accordance with the referenced customs notification and foreign trade rules.