DGFT Calls For Information On Export-Related Non-Tariff Measures, Testing And Certification Requirements
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has called for information on Non-Tariff Measures and certification requirements to be submitted within 7 days of issuance of this Trade Notice through an online form. To facilitate easy access to export credit, cross-border factoring support, the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. The EPM is...
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has called for information on Non-Tariff Measures and certification requirements to be submitted within 7 days of issuance of this Trade Notice through an online form.
To facilitate easy access to export credit, cross-border factoring support, the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26.
The EPM is driven jointly by the Ministries of Commerce, MSME, and Finance. In a bid to support businesses tackle with non-tariff measures in overseas DGFT has aimed to undertake a comprehensive mapping of mandatory and voluntary Non-Tariff Measures including certifications, testing requirements, inspections, audits, labelling norms, and other regulatory compliance conditions applicable to Indian exports across global markets.
DGFT has sought information from exporters, Export Promotion Councils, Commodity Boards, and Industry Associations to build a database. The information to be furnished on relevant Non-Tariff Measures are as follows
- 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
Click hereto read/download the DGFT Trade Notice No. 18/2025-26 dated November 25, 2025.