BIS can’t give certifications without inspections,' a government official said, requesting anonymity. We have resumed inspection of all the countries whose embassies have written to us indicating their facilities are open for inspection. Chinese officials are yet to indicate the reopening of facilities for inspections. The issue is that because of travel restrictions in China, inspections are not taking place. “India is not blocking imports from China. The total imports from China increased to $98.51 billion during the financial year ended March against $94.57 billion in the previous fiscal, as per official numbers released by the commerce and industry ministry.

The import delays may prove significant as China is India’s primary source for a wide range of products, including pharmaceutical ingredients, chemicals, machinery, auto parts, and medical supplies. QCOs are being applied to products ranging from air-conditioners and refrigerators to footwear, wheel rims, chemicals, and protective clothing for industrial workers.

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