Govt exempts import duty on cotton till October 30
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Why in news
The Finance Ministry exempted all customs duties on cotton imports for five months starting June 1st, 2026, to mitigate raw material costs and supply constraints in the textile industry.
Background
The exemption applies to all customs duties on cotton imports. The period of exemption is five months, effective from June 1, 2026, to October 30, 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCustoms duty exemption on cotton imports is valid for five months starting June 1, 2026.
- BodyThe Finance Ministry is the body responsible for the import duty exemption.
- FactThe exemption period ends on October 30, 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the trade-offs between liberalizing import duties on raw materials and protecting the interests of domestic primary producers in India's textile value chain.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Input cost volatility: High raw material prices impacting the competitiveness of MSMEs in the textile manufacturing sector.
- Producer-Consumer conflict: Balancing the price-sensitivity of consumers with the livelihood of domestic cotton farmers.
- Supply chain resilience: Addressing seasonal supply constraints through strategic import duty adjustments.
Keywords: Input costs · MSMEs · Trade liberalization · Value chain · Supply constraints
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