Indian notebook makers seek minimum import price on ASEAN supplies

The All India Notebook Manufacturers Association has urged the Commerce Ministry to set a minimum import price for notebooks from ASEAN, arguing that low-cost Indonesian imports under the India-ASEAN FTA are undercutting domestic MSME producers.

— Source publishedTue, 8 Sept, 2026, 16:49 IST·First seen Tue, 8 Sept, 2026, 16:57 IST·Source BL · Consumer & Economy

What happened

All India Notebook Manufacturers Association · Indian notebook manufacturers urged the Commerce Ministry to impose a minimum import price on ASEAN notebook

Key facts

  • 10 ASEAN member states
  • 0% basic customs duty
  • 0% IGST
  • India-ASEAN FTA effective January 2010

Why this matters

A minimum import price could make partnerships, contract manufacturing, or consolidation among Indian notebook producers more attractive as buyers seek reliable domestic supply.