Import duty waiver on 40 petrochemical products extended till July 15

The Indian government has extended a customs duty waiver on 40 critical petrochemical products by 15 days until July 15, 2026. This measure aims to maintain supply chain stability amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia.
Why it matters
The extension provides temporary relief to domestic manufacturing sectors like pharmaceuticals and automotive components that rely on imported petrochemical feedstocks.
The government on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) extended nil c ustoms duty on the import of 40 critical petrochemical products by 15 days till July 15 to ensure continuity of supply stability amid the West Asia crisis.
The report relies on official government statements and provides factual context regarding the economic rationale.
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