CBIC standardises electronic clearance checks for imported drugs, cosmetics and medical devices

Customs will use standardised electronic checklists and e-SANCHIT document uploads to verify CDSCO compliance for seven import categories, aiming to make clearance more uniform and reduce port delays and demurrage risk for importers.

— Source publishedMon, 7 Sept, 2026, 13:18 IST·First seen Mon, 7 Sept, 2026, 13:25 IST·Source BL · Consumer & Economy

What happened

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) · CBIC has mandated standardised electronic checklists for Customs clearance of imported cosmetics, drugs and

Key facts

  • Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
  • seven categories

Why this matters

In diligence and partnership discussions, prioritise targets with validated CDSCO workflows, complete digital import documentation and scalable compliance systems across the seven covered categories.