Government Restricts Roasted Areca Nuts Imports, Implements New CIF Value Threshold for Commercial Importation under Section 08028090

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....The GoI's DGFT issued Notification No. 02/2025-26 amending import policy for Roasted Areca Nuts under ITC (HS) Codes 08028090 and 20081920. The policy status changed from "Free" to "Prohibited", with a conditional exemption permitting imports if the CIF value is Rs. 351/- or above per kilogram. Specific exemptions apply for 100% Export Oriented Units, Special Economic Zone units, and imports under Advance Authorisation Scheme. The amendment modifies import regulations, effectively restricting Roasted Areca Nuts imports while providing a value-based mechanism for authorized commercial transactions.....