The DGFT issued Trade Notice No. 18/2025-26 dated November 25, 2025 regarding the Collection of Information on Export-Related Non-Tariff Measures, Testing and Certification Requirements.
Reference is invited to the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) announced in the Union Budget 2025–26. As part of designing the Support for Export Quality & Technical Compliance, the Directorate General of Foreign is undertaking a comprehensive mapping of mandatory and voluntary Non-Tariff Measures (NTMs), including certifications, testing requirements, inspections, audits, labelling norms, and other regulatory compliance conditions applicable to Indian exports across global markets.
To build an accurate and actionable database, exporters, Export Promotion Councils, Commodity Boards, and Industry Associations are requested to furnish information on relevant NTMs and certification requirements, including (but not limited to):
- Name and nature of the certification/inspection/testing
- Whether mandatory or voluntary
- Sector(s) affected
- Approximate cost and validity
- Country/region where applicable
- List of recognised labs or certifying bodies
- Any additional compliance challenges faced
Inputs must be submitted within 7 days of issuance of this Trade Notice through the online form at: https://forms.gle/9e1XmB2vLGftAhmt5
It is clarified that non-submission may result in the relevant certifications or NTMs not being prioritised in the creation of the database, which may consequently affect future support measures proposed under the Export Promotion Mission or other interventions.
The Trade Notice can be accessed at: https://a2ztaxcorp.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Trade-Notice-List-of-Testing-Inspections.pdf
