DGFT Notifies Four New SIONs for Chemical & Allied Products: Streamlining Export Authorisations and Boosting Trade Efficiency

“Indirect Tax I Indirect Tax Litigation I Customs & FTP I Central Licensing I Arbitration I Advisory”

Dated: 05.05.2026

DGFT Notifies Four New SIONs for Chemical & Allied Products: Streamlining Export Authorisations and Boosting Trade Efficiency

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has issued a public notice announcing the fixation of four new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) for export products in the Chemical & Allied Product Group. This significant update aims to streamline export procedures and enhance efficiency for exporters in this sector.

What Are SIONs?

Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) are guidelines that specify the quantity of inputs required to produce a unit of export product. These norms are crucial for exporters seeking Advance Authorisations, as they determine the permissible quantity of imported raw materials duty-free for manufacturing export goods.

Details of the Newly Notified SIONs

The DGFT has introduced four new SIONs under Product Code ‘A’ for the Chemical & Allied Product Group. The details are as follows:

SION No.	Export Product	Export Quantity	Import Item	Quantity Allowed
A-3698	Cefuroxime Sterile Sodium	1 kg	Cefuroxime Acid	1.04 kg
A-3699	NAS-5 (2-Diazo-1-Napthol-5-Sulfonic Acid, Sodium Salt)	1 kg	Tobias Acid (Purity Min. 97%)	0.70 kg
A-3700	Tobramycin 300 mg / 5 ml Nebuliser Solution (Each ml contains Tobramycin Ph. Eur. 60 mg)	1 Number Pack	Tobramycin	315 mg/Vial
A-3701	Schaeffers Acid	1 kg	Beta Naphthol	0.74 kg

Impact of the New SIONs

Faster Approvals:
- Regional Authorities (RAs) can now issue Advance Authorisations directly for these products.
- Eliminates the need for case-by-case referrals to the Norms Committee.
Uniformity in Decision-Making:
- Standardised norms ensure consistent and transparent processing of export authorisations.
Boost to Exporters:
- Exporters in the chemical and allied sectors benefit from reduced processing times and clearer guidelines.

Why This Matters for Exporters

Efficiency: The new SIONs simplify the process for obtaining Advance Authorisations, making it easier for exporters to plan and execute their shipments.
Clarity: With fixed input-output ratios, exporters have a clear understanding of permissible imports, reducing uncertainty and compliance risks.
Competitiveness: Streamlined procedures help Indian exporters remain competitive in global markets by reducing administrative delays.

In case you face any issues related to Indirect Tax-Customs, GST, Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), Arbitration matters and Central Licensing and related advisory matters in India then please feel free to get in touch with SJ EXIM Services.

We offer Legal advice and litigation support in matters related to Indirect Tax-Customs, FTP, other Indirect Tax matters & Arbitration law, all sorts of Central licensing and related matters. Come and explore the new way of doing business with us!

Source: DGFT

Disclaimer

Handy Download:

DGFT Public Notice Download

Connect with us for more-

@ Team S J EXIM SERVICES, New Delhi, IN

CP: Ms. Shubhra Jha, Founder

Tel: +91-11-4999 2707 I +91-9999005693

Web: www.sjexim.services

EMAIL: operations@sjexim.services I shubhra@sjexim.services

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sjeximservices

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/90794255/admin/feed/posts/