The government has extended the customs duty exemption on cotton imports until December 31, 2026, providing two additional months of relief to the textile and apparel industry. The exemption was previously scheduled to expire on October 31. The Ministry of Finance issued a notification on
The Union Government’s decision to exempt raw cotton imports from customs duty and the Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) from June 1 to October 31, 2026 is expected to create fresh growth opportunities for integrated yarn manufacturers, with Sanathan Textiles Limited emerging as a key beneficiary. The temporary exemption removes a critical cost burden














