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Import Rules from Bangladesh: What Indian Importers Must Know in 2025

Import Rules from Bangladesh: What Indian Importers Must Know in 2025

India and Bangladesh have always had strong trade relations — we import everything?from textiles to food products from our neighbor. But now, there’s a lot of?“buzz” about “restrictions” on goods coming in from Bangladesh. Let’s decipher what these restrictions are really about, why they are?being imposed, and how they will affect Indian importers like you. Let’s break down what these restrictions really mean, why they’re in place, and how they affect Indian importers like you.

What are the “Partial Restrictions”?

Partial restrictions don’t mean a complete ban. Instead, they mean:

  • You can still import certain goods, but with extra conditions.

  • It may require a license, specific port entry, certifications, or quota limits.

  • Sometimes, the products have to meet higher quality and safety standards.

  • The DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Government of India) provides these rules under India’s Foreign Trade Policy.


Which Goods Are Being  Affected?

Here are some key categories where we’re seeing these partial restrictions:


🔹 Textile & Garment Products

Some fabric and clothing items need quality approval, proper labeling, and may fall under quota restrictions.

🔹 Food Items

Processed foods such as dairy, fish and meat also have to get FSSAI approvals before they enter the Indian market.

🔹 Chemicals

Industrial chemicals must follow India’s safety and labeling standards. Some even need prior environmental clearances.

🔹 Construction Material

Certain products like cement or stone may be restricted to avoid low-quality imports.

🔹 Electronics

Any electronic or electrical product must comply with BIS certification – no shortcuts!


Why Is India Putting These Restrictions in Place?

There are a few good reasons:

  •  To protect local industries from unfair pricing and dumping.
  •  To ensure quality and safety of products entering our market.
  •  To balance trade between the two countries.
  •  And yes, sometimes due to border and compliance concerns.

What Should Importers Keep in Mind?

If you're importing from Bangladesh, here’s what you can do to stay on the safe side:


Make sure to verify the recent DGFT notifications.

Be sure to have all the permits and paper work. 

Get your products tested and certified(BIS, FSSAI etc) prior to the importation. Find a trustworthy compliance partner .



Final Thoughts

 The bottom line Trade with Bangladesh is booming, but the rules are getting tougher to protect our markets and to make sure that products are safer and standardized. Whether you’re in the business of garments, chemicals, or electronics, being compliant is no longer a choice. It is the smartest way to expand your global business without hitting bureaucratic roadblocks.


Need Help Navigating Compliance?

At Sanyog Conformity Solutions, we help Indian businesses simplify global certifications, whether it’s for GCC markets, African trade, or SAARC countries like Bangladesh.


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