Modalities for Export of Wheat Flour and Related Products under HS Code 1101

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Dated: 21.01.2026

Modalities for Export of Wheat Flour and Related Products under HS Code 1101

The Government of India, through the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), has issued Public Notice No. 44/2025-26 dated January 16, 2026, outlining the modalities for the export of wheat flour and related products under HS Code 1101. This blog provides a detailed overview of the eligibility criteria, application process, required documentation, and allocation mechanism for exporters seeking authorization under this framework.

Key Highlights of the Public Notice

Objective: The notice aims to regulate the export of wheat flour and related products under HS Code 1101, ensuring compliance with the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, and maintaining a balance between domestic supply and export demand.
Effect of the Public Notice: Applications for export authorizations of wheat flour and related products will be processed as per the modalities specified in this notice. The export of these products is subject to the quantitative restrictions notified in Notification No. 55 dated January 16, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria for Exporters 

The following categories of exporters are eligible to apply for export authorization:

Manufacturer Exporters: Flour mills or processing units with valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC) and Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) license.
Merchant Exporters: Entities with valid IEC and FSSAI licenses, along with established tie-ups or supply agreements with flour mills functioning as supporting manufacturers.
Export Oriented Units (EOUs), Special Economic Zone (SEZ) units, and Advanced Authorization (AA) holders: These entities can seek allocation over and above their existing imported wheat entitlements.

Application Process

Online Submission: Exporters must submit their applications online via the DGFT website (https://www.dgft.gov.in). Navigate to Services -> Export Management Systems -> License for Restricted Exports to access the application portal.
Application Timeline:
- The first set of applications will be accepted from January 21, 2026, to January 31, 2026.
- Subsequent applications can be submitted during the last ten days of each month until the allocated export quantity is exhausted.
Authorization Validity:
- Export authorizations will be valid for six months from the date of issuance.
- Requests for extension of validity will be considered by the Special Exim Facilitation Committee (EFC) on a case-by-case basis.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents during the application process:

Valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC).
Category of exporter (manufacturer exporter, merchant exporter, EOU, SEZ, or AA holder).
Details of Status Holder Certificate/AEO.
Installed capacity and average monthly production of wheat flour/related products (for manufacturer exporters or supporting manufacturers).
Details of the FSSAI license and factory address of the manufacturer/exporter or supporting manufacturer.
Past export performance (including data from the three years prior to the financial year in which the item was prohibited), if available.
Details of the quantity applied for (item-wise and country-wise), port(s) of loading, and proposed shipment schedule.
Copies of confirmed export orders/contracts, if available.
Self-declaration regarding the availability of domestic wheat, non-diversion from PDS/stock-limited channels, and compliance with applicable laws.
Details of imported wheat availability (for EOUs/SEZ/AA holders) and Advance Authorization details (for AA holders).
Valid Chartered Accountant (CA) certificate certifying the overall turnover of the preceding five financial years, if applicable.

Allocation Mechanism

The allocation of export quantities will be managed by a Special Exim Facilitation Committee (EFC), which will meet monthly to review applications. The committee will consider the following factors:

Previous export history of the applicant.
Processing capacity of the manufacturer exporter or supporting manufacturer(s).
Valid contracts between merchant exporters and supporting manufacturers.

The committee also reserves the right to reallocate export quotas based on the performance of IEC holders.

Important Conditions

Non-Transferability: Export authorizations are strictly non-transferable and must be utilized by the IEC holder to whom they are issued.
Minimum Export Quantity: Applications for export quantities less than 2,500 MT will not be considered.
Compliance with Domestic Wheat Usage: Exports under this framework must use domestic wheat. Exports of wheat flour under Advance Authorization or by EOUs/SEZ units using imported wheat are governed by Notification No. 39/2015-20 dated October 14, 2022, and are not counted against the current export quota.
Reporting Requirements: Exporters allocated quotas must submit a landing certificate within 30 days of completing the export of the consignment. This certificate must be sent to the Special EFC at sefc-wheatflour-dgft@gov.in.

Conclusion

The Public Notice No. 44/2025-26 provides a clear framework for the export of wheat flour and related products under HS Code 1101. By adhering to the eligibility criteria, submitting the required documents, and following the allocation process, exporters can ensure compliance and contribute to India’s export growth. For further details, visit the DGFT website or contact the Special EFC at the provided email address.

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