New Export Policy for Meat Products

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Dated: 15.10.2025

New Export Policy for Meat Products

The Government of India has introduced a significant amendment to the export policy for meat and meat products, as outlined in Notification No. 42/2025-26, issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. This policy update, which will come into effect from October 29, 2025, aims to streamline the export process while ensuring compliance with new regulatory requirements. Here’s everything you need to know about the changes.

What’s New?

Under the amended policy, the export of chilled and frozen meat products will now require proof of remittance to the Meat Export Development Fund (MEDF), operated by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). This new condition, referred to as Policy Condition 9, has been incorporated under Chapter-2, Schedule-II (Export Policy) of ITC (HS) 2022.

Products Covered

The notification specifies that the following categories of meat and meat products will be subject to the new export policy condition:

Meat of Bovine Animals, Fresh and Chilled (HS Code: 02013000 – Boneless)
Meat of Bovine Animals, Frozen (HS Code: 02023000 – Boneless)
Edible Offal of Bovine Animals, Fresh, Chilled, or Frozen:
- Fresh or Chilled (HS Code: 02061000)
- Frozen Tongues (HS Code: 02062100)
- Frozen Livers (HS Code: 02062200)
- Other Frozen Offal (HS Code: 02062900)

Implementation Timeline

To provide exporters with sufficient time to adapt to the new requirements, the policy will come into effect from October 29, 2025. This transition period allows businesses to align their processes and ensure compliance with the remittance condition.

Why This Change?

The introduction of the MEDF remittance requirement is aimed at fostering the development of the meat export sector. The fund, managed by APEDA, is expected to support initiatives that enhance the quality, safety, and global competitiveness of Indian meat products.

What Exporters Need to Do

Exporters dealing in the specified meat products must ensure the following:

Submit proof of remittance to the MEDF before proceeding with exports.
Familiarize themselves with the updated export policy conditions under ITC (HS) 2022.
Align their documentation and processes to meet the new compliance requirements by the effective date.

Conclusion

This policy amendment underscores the government’s commitment to promoting sustainable growth in the meat export sector while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Exporters are advised to take note of the changes and prepare accordingly to avoid disruptions in their operations.

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