The Central Government has extended the validity of the Minimum Export Price (MEP) on the export of Natural Honey in order to regulate its exports and ensure orderly trade.
As per Notification No. 52/2025-26 dated December 31, 2025, issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, the Minimum Export Price of US Dollar 1400 FOB per Metric Ton on Natural Honey has been extended till 31st March, 2026, with immediate effect.
The notification has been issued in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 3 read with Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, read with relevant provisions of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, as amended from time to time.
Natural Honey, classified under ITC(HS) Code 04090000, continues to remain freely exportable, subject to compliance with the prescribed Minimum Export Price.
This measure aims to safeguard domestic availability, protect the interests of beekeepers, and maintain stability in export pricing of Natural Honey.
The Notification can be accessed at: https://a2ztaxcorp.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Notification-52-ENG.pdf
