DGFT Seeks Feedback on Amended Aayat Niryat Form for SCOMET Exports
Issue: To streamline the application process and enhance security for obtaining authorization for the export of SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment and Technologies) items, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is updating the application form (Unified Aayat Niryat Form or ANF).
Facts:
- The process for obtaining authorization for the export of SCOMET items is outlined in Para 10.04(a) of the Handbook of Procedures (HBP) 2023.
- In alignment with the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023, the DGFT must engage in stakeholder consultation when formulating or amending related procedures.
- The DGFT has prepared draft amendments to the application format (Unified Aayat Niryat Form).
Decision:
The DGFT issued a Trade Notice inviting views, suggestions, comments, and feedback on the proposed draft amendments to the unified Aayat Niryat Form (ANF) used for SCOMET export authorization applications.
Key TakeDowns:
- Focus on SCOMET: The amendment targets the highly sensitive SCOMET category, which involves goods with potential dual-use (civilian and military) applications, necessitating a detailed and secure authorization process. * Stakeholder Consultation: Exporters, industry bodies, and subject-matter experts are requested to submit their input to the DGFT within 30 days from the date of the Trade Notice’s issuance.
- Policy Compliance: The consultation process adheres to the mandate under Para 1.07A of the FTP 2023 for inclusive policy and procedure development.
- Goal: The ultimate goal of amending the form is to ensure the SCOMET authorization process is efficient, transparent, and aligned with international non-proliferation controls, while simplifying compliance for legitimate trade.
Source :- Trade-Notice-17-ANF-10A