Processed metallic scrap import rules: mandatory pre shipment certification and scanning, with importer liability for contaminated consignments. Import of specified processed metallic scrap is allowed only at ports with Scanner/Radiological Detection Equipment, conditional on submission of a prescribed self-declaration cum legal undertaking and a Pre shipment Inspection Certificate certifying the consignment as processed metallic scrap free of explosive or radioactive material. Mandatory scanning at arrival is required; importer must furnish a bank guarantee and a contract with the exporter accepting return of contaminated consignments. False declarations entail re export obligation, forfeiture of security and further action under foreign trade and customs laws.