The government has imposed fresh restrictions on the import of glufosinate and its salts, a widely used agricultural herbicide. The measure will remain in force for a period of six months. According to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), imports of glufosinate will be restricted if the combined CIF (cost, insurance, and freight) value along with applicable anti-dumping duty falls below ₹1,154 per kilogram. The pricing condition aims to regulate the inflow of cheaper imports into the domestic market.
Protecting Domestic Industry
The move is primarily intended to curb low-cost imports and safeguard the interests of domestic manufacturers. By introducing a minimum price threshold, the government seeks to ensure fair competition and stabilize the local agrochemical sector.
DGFT Issues Guidelines for Pet Coke Imports
In a related development, the DGFT has also released detailed guidelines for the import of calcined petroleum coke (CPC) for the aluminium industry for the 2026–27 period. CPC is a key raw material used in aluminium production.
Application and Allocation Process
The DGFT has invited applications for the allocation of import quantities of both CPC and raw petroleum coke used in its manufacturing. Notably, the allocation will be determined based on recommendations from an Exim facilitation committee, ensuring a structured and transparent distribution process.
Ensuring Balanced Trade and Supply
As reported by knnindia.co.in, these measures reflect the government’s proactive approach to managing imports, protecting domestic industries, and ensuring a balanced supply of critical raw materials for key sectors such as agrochemicals and aluminium.
