Import of CPU

[Rajat Chhabra]

Whether the import of CPU is restricted as the clarification dated January 12, 2024 on import poicy for products under HS 8471 did not specifically mentioned the same.?

[Narayana Chambers]

We understand that Central Processing Unit sought to be imported, is classifiable under HSN: 8471 5000. 

As per DGFT N/N 23/2023, dated 03-08-2023, the import policy condition for goods falling under HSN: 8471 5000 has been changed to 'RESTRICTED'. Thus, import of CPU per se will be restricted vide NN 23/2023. 

[Raghunandhaanan rvi]

Though CPU is not specifically mentioned in the Notification, CPU is classified as processing unit and covered under HSN 847150 which is " Restricted" vide Notification No. 23/2023 as stated by the expert Narayana Chambers 

AI Summary

Import of CPUs Restricted Under HSN: 8471 5000 Per DGFT Notification No. 23/2023 Dated August 3, 2023. A user inquired whether the import of CPUs is restricted, as the clarification on the import policy for products under HS 8471 did not specifically mention CPUs. Two respondents clarified that CPUs are classifiable under HSN: 8471 5000, which has been designated as 'RESTRICTED' according to DGFT Notification No. 23/2023 dated August 3, 2023. Although CPUs are not explicitly mentioned in the notification, they are considered processing units and fall under the restricted category as per the stated notification.