India-UK trade deal faces early test as customs hold scotch imports over tariff row

Indian customs authorities are holding containers of bulk Scotch whisky due to a tariff dispute involving Pernod Ricard and Diageo.

Authorities insist these shipments are subject to a 150% import duty despite trade pact assurances.

The dispute arises over whether concentrates qualify for the reduced 75% tariff established in the India-UK trade agreement.

This situation has led to delays in the supply chain for many companies.

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Source attribution: Times of India – Business.

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