The notification amends the import policy for ATS-8, a chemical listed under Chapter 29 of the ITC (HS). The import of ATS-8 having a Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) value of less than US$111 per kilogram is classified as ‘Restricted’ until 30 September, 2026. This is a revision from its previous ‘Free’ import status. The new minimum import price (MIP) condition is not applicable to importers, with Advance Authorization, Export Oriented Units (EOUs), and units operating in Special Economic Zones (SEZ).
