The final deadline for using old Export Health Certificates (EHCs) for POAO & Composite Products has passed. Shipments certified with outdated forms are now at high risk of rejection at EU Border Control Posts (BCPs).

India has withdrawn 14 BIS Quality Control Orders, removing mandatory certification for key polymer and fibre raw materials. This change speeds up imports, lowers compliance costs and benefits the import export and manufacturing sectors. Businesses must update sourcing, compliance and QMS practices to stay competitive in the evolving regulatory landscape.

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