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The Steel Ministry's quality control orders (QCOs) have not applied to inputs used in products intended for export, according to the center. A gazette notice states that the QCOs issued by the Textiles Ministry and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) are now eligible for this waiver.
The Foreign Trade Policy, 2023 has been modified by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. Manufacturers must get prior approvals from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) verifying compliance under the quality control regime before they can sell regulated commodities in the country. Under the QCO regime, only pre-certified products are allowed entry into the country, and importation of goods is likewise regulated.
In February this year, the Centre introduced a fresh QCO for 145 steel products. The latest notification superseded an existing one which covered 111 products from stainless steel pipes and tubes to primary cells and primary batteries parts. Most aspects of the QCO, such as specifications for steel wire for staples, pins, and clips, were applicable with immediate effect.
The QCO also mentioned that substandard or defective steel and steel products, which do not conform to the specified standards, will be disposed of as scrap. The over covers steel chequered plates, mild steel for metal arc welding electrodes and mild steel wire rods for general engineering purposes, among others.
During 2023, the DPIIT had notified QCO for Copper Products. The order covered Copper Wire Rods for Electrical Applications, Copper Rods and Bars for electrical purposes, and Copper Strip for electrical purposes among others. It has earlier notified quality control on Bicycles - Retro Reflective Devices, Refrigerating Appliances, Safety Glass, and Footwear among others.
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