The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued a key notification permitting the export of organic sugar, subject to a defined annual ceiling. As per the latest amendment, the Government of India has permitted the export of 50,000 Metric Tonnes (MT) of organic sugar per financial year, providing long-awaited relief to exporters.
This decision is a partial modification of Notification No. 36/2023 dated October 18, 2023, under which organic sugar exports were placed in the Restricted category. Under the revised policy, organic sugar falling under HS Codes 1701 14 90 and 1701 99 90 is now allowed for export with immediate effect, subject to the prescribed annual cap of 50,000 MT.
Exports will be governed by the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), 2023, ensuring regulatory compliance and transparency. Further, the Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) will issue detailed modalities for implementation, including allocation and procedural requirements.
This move is expected to promote organic agriculture exports, support certified exporters, and strengthen India’s presence in the global organic sugar market.