Export warehousing eligibility expanded to include Two Star Export Houses and above, aligning rules with Foreign Trade Policy. Amendment clarifies eligibility for Export Warehousing under sub rule (2) of Rule 20 of the Central Excise Rules read with Notification No. 46/2001 CE(NT), aligning the circular with the Foreign Trade Policy, 2004 09 by specifying exporters accorded Two Star Export House status and above, foreign departmental stores of repute, and automobile manufacturers with a Memorandum of Understanding as eligible to establish export warehouses.