Is Export Routing via Third Countries Legal? Insights from India’s Customs and Trade Law By Adv. C.V. Manuvilsan | Lex Loci Associates
Is Export Routing via Third Countries Legal? Insights from India’s Customs and Trade Law By Adv. C.V. Manuvilsan | Lex Loci Associates Is Export Routing via Third Countries Legal? Understanding the Customs and Trade Law Risks for Indian Exporters In the ever-evolving world of international trade, Indian exporters are increasingly seeking alternative routes to access sensitive markets, especially where direct exports face tariff barriers or restrictions . A recent case involving an exporter shipping diamonds and CVD stones to Thailand , with plans to re-export to the United States , brings to light important questions: Is such export rou ting legal under Indian law? What are the risks under the Customs Act, 1962 and the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 ? Can the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seize goods and arrest transporters in such cases? Let’s break down the legal position and compliance expectations. 🔍 The Legal Rout...