Exporters get relief as SEZ goods sent home become imports on re export

Published on 28 April 2026

Re exports could unlock duty drawback under the clarified rule

The government has clarified that goods moved from SEZ units to India’s domestic market, after paying applicable duties, will be treated as imports when re-exported. As a result, exporters can claim duty drawback on such re-exports, aiming to remove inconsistencies and improve cash flow and certainty for businesses.

SEZ goods sent to domestic market after duty payment count as imports on re export
Duty drawback becomes available for re-exports under the clarified treatment
The decision is meant to bring uniform rules and reduce exporter confusion

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Exporters get relief as SEZ goods sent home become imports on re export

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