Centre implements QCOs with MSME relaxations to protect domestic production

The Central Government has implemented Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in a manner with exemptions and relaxations for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to ensure no disruption to the domestic production, said Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje in a written reply in Lok Sabha.

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Minister of State for MSMEs Karandlaje highlighted key relaxations and exemptions for MSMEs, according to a release by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises. As part of the relaxations, an additional six-month extension will be provided to the micro enterprises and a three-month extension for small enterprises to ensure the QCOs. Exemption for imports will also be provided to the domestic manufacturers for producing export-oriented products. An exemption for the import of up to 200 units for research & development purposes is also made. The provision for clearance of legacy stock (manufactured or imported before implementation) within six months from the effective date has also been made.She added that based on the feedback on certification processes, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has implemented some financial and technical relaxations for the MSME sector.