Prohibition on import of specified alternative inputs bars tapioca starch, wheat gluten and certain sweeteners under AA/DFIA SIONs. The DGFT prohibits import of Tapioca Starch and Wheat Gluten as alternative inputs against the biscuits SION and bars import of Lactose, Fructose, Maltose, Mannitol, Sodium Saccharin and artificial sweetening agents as alternative inputs against the biscuits and confectionery SIONs under Advance Authorisations and Duty Free Import Authorisations.