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India imposes azo dye tests on Chinese textiles, to strain importers

As per a notification issued by DGFT on Wednesday, the updated exemption list now includes European Union (EU) countries, Serbia, Poland, Denmark, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. The textiles imported from these countries aren&#**;t subject to testing for the presence of azo dyes. China was previously part of this list. 

Despite the potential setbacks for Indian importers, industry insiders see the move as a positive health initiative. It is important to note that India imports significant quantities of yarn, fibre, fabric, and garments from China.