Mining Radial Tires Import Classification Dispute Hinges on IRMRA Testing Under Notification 12/2015-20

The HC examined whether Brand New All Steel Radial Mining tires fall within the scope of N/N. 12/2015-20, which amended the import policy for goods under CTH 4011 from 'Free' to 'Restricted'. The court found that 2024 tests by IRMRA were conducted based on DRI's undisclosed assumptions, testing "D" marking tires (speed <=65 km/hr) as "J/K" category (speed <=100-110 km/hr), and not following IS 15636:2022 standards. The HC ordered new tests by IRMRA to determine whether the tires qualify as "Special-use" or "Normal-road-use," noting that IRMRA's 2022 tests had certified similar tires for mining applications. The matter was adjourned to April 15, 2025, pending test results that will determine the tires' import classification status. .....

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