Kannur Airport Added as New Food Import Entry Point

Kannur Airport Added as New Food Import Entry Point

Issue: To update the official list of authorized entry points for food imports into India and to designate the competent authorized officers (from FSSAI and Customs) at the newly added location for inspection and clearance.

Facts:

• The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) issued Instruction No. 31/2025-Customs, referencing a notification from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
• The FSSAI reviewed and updated the list of points of entry notified for food imports.

Decision:

The CBIC notified the addition of the Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport, as a new authorized Point of Entry for food imports, bringing the total number of notified entry points across the country to 166.

Key TakeDowns:

• New Entry Point: The Air Cargo Complex, Kannur International Airport is the new addition to the list of locations authorized for the entry of food items into India.
• Statutory Compliance: The notification designates the authorized officers (FSSAI officials and Customs officials) at Kannur under the relevant provisions of the Food Safety Standard Act, 2006 (FSS Act) and the FSS (Import) Regulations, 2017.
• Total Points: The updated list now totals 166 authorized Points of Entry for food imports.
• Trade Facilitation: The inclusion of Kannur International Airport is a trade facilitation measure that provides exporters and importers in the region with increased logistical options for the clearance of food consignments, potentially reducing transport costs and time.
  Source :-  s-ins-31-2025