India Completely Bans Import of Air Conditioners With Refrigerants Ahead of Festive Season
India has completely banned the import of air conditioners (ACs) with refrigerants, as per a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry. "Import policy of air conditioners with refrigerants under HS Codes 84151010 and 84151090 is amended from 'Free' to 'Prohibited'," the Ministry said.
New Delhi, October 16: India has completely banned the import of air conditioners (ACs) with refrigerants, as per a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Thursday.
"Import policy of air conditioners with refrigerants under HS Codes 84151010 and 84151090 is amended from 'Free' to 'Prohibited'," the Ministry said. Also Read | Ma Durga Depicted as ‘Migrant Mother WIth Her Children’ in Kolkata’s Barisha Club Durga Pujo 2020 Pandal, View Pics of Pallab Bhowmick’s Durga Idol Avatar.
The ban is imposed on both window and split ACs with refrigerants. Also Read | Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2020: LIVE Deals & Offers on Smartphones, Gadgets, Electronics & More.
It is to be noted that the prohibition on import happened just before the start of festival season when the sales of electronic items witness a boost.
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