Data and Analysis

On December 31, 2025, after conducting a comprehensive review, MINICT notified the U.S. government of its decision to close the CVD investigation without imposing any duties.

India maintains a complex regulatory framework for food and agricultural imports, governed by multiple agencies, including the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

This report identifies certificate requirements for U.S. food and agricultural products destined for India. Of note, effective August 31, 2024, India requires mandatory registration of foreign food manufacturing facilities that intend to export fish and fish products.

Demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products in China is increasing, driven by government policies and changing consumer values that support green manufacturing and responsible consumption.