Instruction No. 03/2025 – Customs|SCOMET Clarification Issued

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CBIC’s Instruction No. 03/2025 – Customs clarifies that Polyethylene Glycol (PEG), identified by CAS No. 25322-68-3, does not fall under the SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment and Technologies) category. This means no special export authorization is needed for PEG under the DGFT’s current export policy.
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SCOMET refers to a list of dual-use items — those with both civilian and military applications — that require controlled export authorization from DGFT. It ensures sensitive materials don’t reach the wrong hands or violate international trade regulations.
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Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) is a chemical compound widely used in:
🧴 Pharmaceuticals (as a laxative or in drug delivery)
🧪 Industrial lubricants
🛢️ Personal care & cosmetics
Because it has diverse commercial applications, clarity on its export classification was essential.
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CAS No. 25322-68-3 is the unique identifier for Polyethylene Glycol in the Chemical Abstracts Service database. It helps ensure that global stakeholders reference the same compound across customs and trade transactions.
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✅ No. As per the DGFT Office Memorandum dated 27.03.2025, and clarified in Instruction No. 03/2025 – Customs, PEG (CAS No. 25322-68-3) is not on the SCOMET list. Hence, no SCOMET authorization is required for its export.
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All field officers are advised to:
✔ Sensitize customs staff at ports, SEZs, and LCS
✔ Ensure no SCOMET export authorization is demanded for Polyethylene Glycol
✔ Avoid unnecessary delays or stoppages at the time of export
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While no penalty applies for filing unnecessarily, doing so may delay your shipment due to additional scrutiny. It’s best to confirm eligibility first to streamline the customs process.
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Yes. The instruction was issued to all Principal Chief Commissioners and Commissioners across Indian customs jurisdictions. It is uniformly applicable at sea ports, air cargo complexes, ICDs, and land border stations.
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