{"id":1302234,"date":"2025-11-05T08:14:11","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T02:44:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1302234"},"modified":"2025-11-05T08:14:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T02:44:42","slug":"india-will-allow-import-of-chinese-products-after-5-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/india-will-allow-import-of-chinese-products-after-5-years\/","title":{"rendered":"India Will Allow Import Of Chinese Products After 5 Years"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a significant shift reflecting improving diplomatic and trade signals, India is preparing to accelerate pending import approvals for goods sourced from China and other nations. This includes electronics components, footwear, daily-use household items, steel products, and key raw materials \u2014 goods critical to India\u2019s manufacturing and consumer ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/India-China-1280x720-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1302239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/India-China-1280x720-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/India-China-1280x720-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/India-China-1280x720-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/India-China-1280x720-1.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>India halted most such clearances in 2020 following escalating border tensions and the Galwan Valley clash. Since then, overseas BIS approvals \u2014 especially for Chinese plants \u2014 slowed <a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/economy\/foreign-trade\/india-set-to-resume-approvals-for-chinese-imports-after-five-year-freeze\/articleshow\/125067393.cms?from=mdr\">dramatically<\/a>, disrupting supply chains and prompting companies to rely on limited domestic capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfaf Why the Sudden Move?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recent GST cuts on consumer goods triggered a sharp jump in demand across sectors from consumer electronics to automobiles. With prices slashed and festive buying in full swing, many brands saw inventory wiped out faster than anticipated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Large-screen TVs, dishwashers, refrigerators, and washing machines now face waiting periods \u2014 a first for premium electronics in India. To prevent shortages, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought company-wise updates on certification delays, with instructions to clear genuine pending applications soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A senior official confirmed the shift:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cWe will soon begin issuing and renewing licences for suppliers from several countries, including China.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddfe BIS Approvals at the Core<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under India\u2019s Quality Control Orders (QCO), BIS approval is mandatory for many imports. Local plants get quick certification, but Chinese units saw approvals stall \u2014 both due to geopolitical tensions and a push for localisation. Now, officials will visit overseas factories again to clear backlogs, helping companies meet demand while India continues long-term capacity-building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd4a\ufe0f Improving India-China Signals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This move follows several thaw indicators:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heavy rare earth magnet exports from China to India resumed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct flights restarted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India began clearing Chinese business visas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PM Modi and President Xi Jinping held talks in August<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>FDI restrictions under Press Note 3 remain, but trade coordination appears to be improving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udce6 What It Means for India<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Immediate relief for manufacturers facing component shortages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smoother festive sales and reduced wait times for consumers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continued focus on Atmanirbhar Bharat, but with pragmatic flexibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Industry leaders say localisation efforts continue \u2014 but choking supply chains would hurt growth. With around <strong>50% localisation in AC manufacturing<\/strong> and similar ratios in other appliances, India appears to be balancing domestic interests with market realities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant shift reflecting improving diplomatic and trade signals, India is preparing to accelerate pending import approvals for goods sourced from China and other nations. This includes electronics components, footwear, daily-use household items, steel products, and key raw materials \u2014 goods critical to India\u2019s manufacturing and consumer ecosystem. 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