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Import Curbs Imposed on Low-Ash Metallurgical Coke for 6 Months
  • The Economic Times
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  • Environment
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  • 2024-12-27
  • Metallurgical Coke

India has imposed a six-month restriction on importing low-ash metallurgical coke starting January 1.

Import Restrictions on Low-Ash Metallurgical Coke

The Indian government has enacted a temporary restriction on the import of low-ash metallurgical coke, effective for six months starting January 1.

Key Points:

  • The restriction is issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
  • Quantitative restrictions have been applied to imports from several countries, including: 
    • Australia
    • China
    • Colombia
    • Indonesia
    • Japan
    • Poland
    • Qatar
    • Russia
    • Singapore
    • Switzerland
    • United Kingdom
  • Imports are permitted only with an import authorisation from the DGFT.
  • Metallurgical coke with an ash content above 18% is exempt from these restrictions.
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