DGFT Policy Circular No-11/2007 dated
28.9.2007
One time approval for import of Soyabean oil obtained from Round-up- Ready
Soyabean
The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) set up by
Ministry of Environment and Forests has accorded ‘one time approval’ for import
of GM Soybean oil (crude de-gummed/ refined form) derived from Round-up-Ready
Soyabean for the purpose of consumption after refining. Condition No. 18 of
Chapter 1 A (General Notes Regarding Import Policy) of the ITC(HS)
Classifications of Export and Import Items, 2004-2009 notified vide Notification
No. 2 dated 7.4.2006 refers.
2. The data relating to import of GM Soyabean oil or Soyabean oil from products
of GM origin will be furnished by the Solvent Extractors’ Association of India,
Mumbai to D/o Commerce, EP (Agri.) Division on a monthly basis.
3. This issues with the approval of the competent authority.Sd/-
(O.P. Hisaria)
Joint Director General of Foreign Trade
(Issued from File No 01/89/180/178/AM 03/PC-I(A)
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