From The Economic Times
Center-Right Owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co.Why is India's probe of Scotch imports from Britain rattling liquor majors?
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center · 1 outlet
A fresh trade dispute between India and the United Kingdom over import duties on bulk Scotch whisky has raised concerns within the Indian liquor industry, with popular blended whisky brands potentially facing higher production costs. The disagreement centres on whether bulk Scotch imported into…
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India probes bulk Scotch imports from Britain under a trade pact, alleging tariff-ineligibility; industry disputes the claims, prompting regulatory scrutiny
RSS excerpt
India's investigation into bulk Scotch whisky imports has triggered the first major trade dispute under the India-UK free trade agreement. The government argues bulk Scotch does not qualify for reduced import tariffs, potentially restoring duties to 150% from 75%. The dispute threatens a $65 billion…
