<h1>India Tightens Import Rules for Metallic Scrap: Pre-shipment Inspections and Port Restrictions to Ensure Safety.</h1> The import of metallic waste and scrap is allowed under strict conditions to ensure it is free from hazardous materials, including radioactive contamination and explosives. Imports require a valid pre-shipment inspection certificate. Scrap from Hodaideh, Yemen, and Bandar Abbas, Iran, must be shredded, while unshredded scrap is restricted to 26 designated ports in India. The government is implementing measures like portal monitors and scanners to enhance safety. The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board is raising awareness about radioactive contamination risks in imported scrap. The import data from various countries over recent years is detailed, reflecting significant trade in metallic waste.