The DGFT vide Notification No. 02/2025-26 dated April 02, 2025, amends the import policy for Roasted Areca Nuts under ITC (HS) Code 20081920. The import policy is revised from “Free” to “Prohibited”, but imports are allowed if the CIF value is Rs. 351 or above per kilogram.
In exercise of powers conferred by Section 3 read with section 5 of Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, read with paragraph 1.02 and 2.01 of the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2015-2020, as amended from time to time, the Central Government hereby adds following condition against ITC (HS) Codes 08028090 and 20081920 of Schedule-I (Import Policy) of ITC (HS) 2022:
| ITC (HS) Codes | Description | Policy | Policy Condition |
|
08028090 |
Areca Nut—Other | Prohibited | (a) However, import is free if CIF value is Rs. 351/- and above per Kilogram.
(b) MIP conditions, however, will not be applicable for imports by 100% Export Oriented Units (EOUs), units in the SEZ and imports under Advance Authorisation Scheme. (c) This code also covers all kinds of processed Areca nuts including Roasted Areca Nuts. |
| 20081920 | Other roasted nuts and seeds | Free |
However, “Roasted Areca Nuts” are not covered here as they are specifically covered under 08028090 |
Effect of this Notification:Â The Import Policy of “Roasted Areca Nuts” falling under ITC (HS) Code 08028090 and 20081920 is revised from “Free” to “Prohibited” and Import shall be free if CIF Value is Rs. 351/- or above per Kilogram.
The Notification can be accessed at: https://a2ztaxcorp.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/notfication-02-eng_0001_0001_0001.pdf
