Centre exempts all customs duties on cotton imports from 1 June to 31 October 2026
On 30 May 2026 the Central Government temporarily exempted all customs duties on import of cotton from 1 June 2026 till 31 October 2026 to improve cotton availability for the textile sector.
Summary
The Ministry of Finance notified a temporary exemption of all customs duties on cotton imports from 1 June 2026 to 31 October 2026. The aim is to increase cotton availability for the textile and apparel sector and reduce input costs, especially for small and medium enterprises. The Ministry of Textiles said the move balances the interests of farmers and the textile industry.
Key facts
- Measure
- Exemption of all customs duties on cotton imports
- Period
- 1 June 2026 – 31 October 2026
- Notified
- 30 May 2026, Ministry of Finance
- Aim
- Cotton availability, lower input costs for textile/apparel sector
Practice MCQs 2 questions
In May 2026, the Centre temporarily exempted all customs duties on imports of which commodity from 1 June to 31 October 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Cotton
All customs duties on import of cotton were exempted from 1 June 2026 till 31 October 2026.
Till what date does the temporary customs duty exemption on cotton imports, notified on 30 May 2026, remain in force?
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Correct answer: C — 31 October 2026
The exemption applies from 1 June 2026 till 31 October 2026.