CBIC Notifies Kannur Airport as New Food Import Entry Point and Updated List of Authorized Officers

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Dated: 04.11.2025

CBIC Notifies Kannur Airport as New Food Import Entry Point and Updated List of Authorized Officers

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in collaboration with the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC), has announced the addition of a new food import entry point at the Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport, Kerala. This update comes as part of the FSSAI Notification dated October 29, 2025, and Customs Instruction No. 31/2025-Customs issued on November 3, 2025.

Key Highlights:

New Entry Point: The Air Cargo Complex at Kannur International Airport (Port Code: INCNN4) has been designated as the 166th Point of Entry for food imports in India.
Authorized Officers: The notified officers for food import clearance at this new entry point include Superintendent, Appraiser, Inspector, and Examiner.
Regulatory Framework: This notification is in accordance with Section 25 read with Section 47(5) of the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act, 2006, and Regulation 13(1) of the FSS (Import) Regulation, 2017.
Updated List: An updated list of all 166 Points of Entry and their respective authorized officers has been provided in Annexure-A of the Customs Instruction.

Importance of the Notification:

The addition of Kannur International Airport as a food import entry point is a significant step towards enhancing food safety and streamlining import processes in India. It ensures that imported food products are thoroughly inspected and comply with the standards set by the FSS Act, 2006. This move is expected to facilitate trade and improve the efficiency of food import clearance processes in the region.

Action Points:

All Principal Chief Commissioners, Commissioners, and Director Generals under CBIC are requested to sensitize officers in their jurisdiction about this update.
Stakeholders, including importers and exporters, are advised to take note of this new entry point for food imports.
The updated list of Points of Entry and authorized officers is available in Annexure-A for reference.

Conclusion:

The notification of the Air Cargo Complex at Kannur International Airport as a food import entry point reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring food safety and supporting international trade. This development will benefit businesses and stakeholders in Kerala and surrounding regions, making food import processes more accessible and efficient.

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Source: CBIC, Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India

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