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When will solar glass be exempt from customs duty?

These exemptions will last until March 31, 2026, and the scope of materials that can be imported is being expanded. However, solar glass used for manufacturing solar cells or modules will be hit with a 10% customs duty starting Oct. 1.

Will India introduce a 10% customs duty on solar glass imports?

The Indian authorities will introduce a 10% customs duty on solar glass imports from October. The government has also expanded the list of exempted equipment for solar cell and panel production to support domestic manufacturing. Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024-25 in the Lok Sabha this week.

Are solar panels subject to customs duty?

However, solar glass used for manufacturing solar cells or modules will be hit with a 10% customs duty starting Oct. 1. Tinned copper interconnects for manufacturing solar cells or modules will also attract a 5% customs duty from Oct. 1.

Are solar glass imports a problem in India?

The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) found that these imports, which account for 98% of India’s solar glass needs, significantly undercut local prices and recommended the duties. What does SAMA say?

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