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DGFT · NotificationMedium impact
44/2026-27 · 2026-10-12

Prepared Culture Media exports now need Shipment Clearance and Health Certificates

India has amended the export policy for Prepared Culture Media (HS Code 38210000) to require exporters to obtain Shipment Clearance Certificates from CAPEXIL and Health Certificates from CAPEXIL and Regional Animal Quarantine Officers when importing countries mandate them. This applies immediately with no transition period.
ActionIf exporting to countries requiring these certificates, obtain a Shipment Clearance Certificate consignment-wise from CAPEXIL before shipment and a Health Certificate from CAPEXIL and Regional Animal Quarantine Officer after shipment.
Who is affectedExporters of Prepared Culture Media for Development or Maintenance of Microorganism, Plant, Human or Animal Cells (HS Code 38210000) shipping to countries that require health or shipment clearance certificates. DeadlineNot stated HS codes# 38, 38210000 हिंदीPrepared Culture Media निर्यात के लिए अब Shipment Clearance और Health Certificate अनिवार्य Original titleAmendment in Export Policy of Prepared Culture Media — regarding
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