Wheat Flour Export Policy Changed From Prohibited to Free

The Government of India has announced an important update for wheat flour exporters. According to DGFT Notification No. 34/2026-27 dated 24 August 2026, the export policy for wheat flour and related products under HS Code 11010000 has been changed from “Prohibited” to “Free” with immediate effect.

· Products Covered

The revised policy covers:

Wheat or meslin flour
Aata
Maida
Semolina, such as rava or suji
Wholemeal aata
Resultant aata

Wheat and flour products covered under the export policy update, including wheat or meslin flour, aata, maida, semolina, wholemeal aata and resultant aata.

· What Does “Free” Mean?

A Free export policy generally means that a specific DGFT export authorisation is not required.

However, exporters must still comply with:

Correct HS Code classification
Valid IEC and applicable registrations
Customs and shipping documentation
Food-safety, packaging and labelling rules
Destination-country import requirements
Banking, payment and FEMA compliance

Infographic explaining that “Free” export status generally means no DGFT export authorisation is required, while exporters must still comply with HS Code, IEC, Customs, food-safety, destination-country and FEMA requirements.

· Important Clarification

This notification applies only to products falling under HS Code 11010000.

Exporters should not assume that wheat grain, bran, bakery products, pasta or every other wheat-based product is also covered. Their applicable HS Codes and export policies must be checked separately.

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Clarification infographic stating that the notification applies only to HS Code 11010000 for wheat flour, aata and maida; wheat grain, bran, bakery products, pasta and other wheat-based products require separate policy checks.

· Conclusion

The revised Wheat Flour Export Policy in India creates new opportunities for flour mills, food processors and merchant exporters.

Before exporting aata, maida or related wheat flour products, businesses should verify the correct HS Code and all Indian and destination-country requirements.