The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has amended import policy conditions for specific items under Chapters 70, 73, 84, and 85 of ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule I. These changes apply to items used in solar and wind energy projects. From 01.11.2025, certain products like tempered safety glass, towers, bearing housings, gears, electric motors, photovoltaic cells, and generators must be registered on the Renewable Energy Equipment Import Monitoring System (REEIMS) of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy before import.
The REEIMS registration is mandatory for all imports via air, sea, or land routes. Applications must be submitted two days in advance for air cargo and five days for sea or land shipments. Registrations are valid for three months, free of charge, and can cover multiple consignments for a specific port. Importers must declare the intended end-use of products during registration.
This amendment ensures better monitoring of renewable energy equipment imports and aligns trade practices with India’s renewable energy goals. The revised import policy imposes specific conditions for HS Codes 70071900, 73082019, 84833000, 84834000, 85016420, 85016430, 85023100, 85030090, 85414200, and 85414300. Compliance with REEIMS registration is mandatory to clear customs and maintain smooth import operations.