Self Declared Authorisations where SION does not exist

4.7

RA may also issue Advance Authorisations, where SIONs are not fixed, based on self declaration and an undertaking by applicant for a final adjustment as per Adhoc / SION fixed by NC.

However, no Advance Authorisation shall be issued under this paragraph for import of following products:-

i. All vegetable / edible oils classified under Chapter - 15 and all types of oilseeds classified under Chapter - 12 of ITC (HS) book;

ii. All types of cereals classified under Chapter-10 of ITC (HS) book;

iii. All spices other than light black pepper (light berries) having a duty of more than 30%, classified under Chapter- 9 and 12 of ITC (HS) book;

iv. All types of fruits/vegetables having a duty of more than 30%, classified under Chapter 7 and 8 of ITC (HS) book; and

v. Horn, hoof and any other organ of animal.

For export of perfumes, perfumery compounds and various feed ingredients containing vitamins, no Authorisation shall be issued by RA and applicants may apply under Para 4.4.2 above. Where export and / or import of biotechnology items are involved, Authorisation under this paragraph shall be issued by RA only on submission of a “No Objection Certificate” from Department of Biotechnology.

vi. Honey.

(Sl. No. vi. has been added vide PN. NO. 57/2007, DT. 01/10/2007)