MEDIUM
DGFT Public Notice 21/2026-27 · 2026-07-13
New procedure to check imports made with forced labour
India has created a formal process for the DGFT to investigate whether imported goods were made using forced labour. If evidence of forced labour is found, the government can ban or restrict those imports under trade law.
Action: No action needed unless DGFT issues a specific enquiry notice to you about forced labour in your supply chain.
Who is affected: All importers and exporters of goods into India, across all product categories.
Deadline: Not stated
HS codes: —
हिंदी: forced labour se bane maal ki parchi ke liye naya niyam
Original title: Insertion of Para 2.50A in Handbook of Procedure, 2023
Official document
Deadline: Not stated
HS codes: —
हिंदी: forced labour se bane maal ki parchi ke liye naya niyam
Original title: Insertion of Para 2.50A in Handbook of Procedure, 2023
Official document