Summary:
This will pave way for the exporters, customs, Airport Authority to earn more revenue”, said a leading exporter in Trichy. As per the new scheme, exporters will get 2 to 5% as incentive for perishable commodities from Agricultural and Processed food products Export Development Authority (APEDA).Whereas, non-perishable commodities would attract a maximum of 10% of incentive. Trichy: The cargo terminal at the international airport is expecting a considerable change in its commodity profile soon, as the customs department has issued a notification which would encourage exporters to consign non-perishable commodities (general cargo). As of now, 99 per cent of commodities which are handled at Trichy International Airport is perishable like vegetables, fruits and flowers. It has been receiving 99% of perishable commodities ever since it was declared as a cargo port in 2011.Exporters here had been accusing customs authorities of discouraging and turning away non-perishable consignments and making them run from pillar to post on the same..