Expert BriefDGFT

DGFT aligns Schedule II export policy with the Finance Act, 2026

DGFT has harmonised Schedule II of ITC (HS) 2022 with the Finance Act, 2026. Exporters should re-check product classifications and policy conditions before relying on existing compliance matrices.

Published 27 July 2026DGFT Notification 26/2026medium priority
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What changed

The practical reading

The notification updates the export-policy schedule to reflect statutory changes. Export finance, customs and trade-compliance teams should identify affected tariff lines and refresh ERP, shipping and advisory references where necessary.

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General applicability

Who should examine this

Illustrative demonstration · not a verified applicability conclusion

Example only: Exporters, customs teams and advisers maintaining ITC (HS) policy mappings

No unsupported applicability claim is being made.

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Recommended response

What to do next

Reconcile exported product codes with the revised Schedule II and update trade-compliance masters.

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