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Centre Extends Cotton Import Duty Exemption Amid Drought Concerns

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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The Centre extended the customs duty exemption on cotton imports until December 31, 2026, extending the previous deadline of October 31. This move was made amid concerns over a tighter domestic cotton supply in Karnataka and Maharashtra due to drought and reduced crop prospects. The exemption removes the 11 percent customs duty on imported cotton.

From thehindubusinessline.com

Why it matters

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The extension aims to boost the supply of cotton fiber to the textiles sector. The duty exemption is expected to allow textile mills to source cotton internationally at competitive prices, which could reduce input costs and improve the competitiveness of Indian textile and apparel exports.

A drought situation assessment is currently being conducted in Maharashtra and Karnataka.

From thehindubusinessline.com

Who's involved

  • CentreExtended the customs duty exemption on cotton imports.
  • KarnatakaIs a key producing state facing drought concerns.
  • MaharashtraIs a key producing state facing drought concerns.
  • central governmentImplemented the notification extending the duty exemption.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • IndiaSpeculative

    The regulatory action might reduce input costs for the domestic textile sector, boosting competitiveness.

  • MaharashtraSpeculative

    The increased import supply might weigh on domestic cotton prices in Maharashtra.

  • KarnatakaSpeculative

    The increased foreign supply might pressure domestic cotton prices in Karnataka.

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