DPIIT Extends Footwear QCO Stock Clearance to July 2027, Eases R&D Sample Imports

DPIIT amended two footwear Quality Control Orders, pushing the legacy inventory clearance deadline to July 2027 and relaxing import norms for R&D samples. The move eases compliance pressure on Indian footwear manufacturers, distributors and retailers holding pre-QCO stock.

— Filed Fri, 10 Jul, 2026, 13:18 IST · Source Apparel Resources India · Updated

DPIIT amended two footwear Quality Control Orders, extending the legacy inventory clearance deadline to July 2027 and relaxing import norms for R&D samples, easing compliance pressure on Indian footwear manufacturers, distributors and retailers.