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Regulatory Standards When Selling to the Indian Market, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates is out now and available for free download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
In this issue
- Understanding India’s Regulatory Landscape
- Sector-by-Sector Playbook for India Market Entry
- Complying with India’s Customs Authorities and Managing Tax Obligations
Succeeding in the Indian market requires more than an attractive product or competitive pricing. With a consumer base exceeding one billion and a policy environment increasingly focused on investment, innovation, and sustainability, companies must adopt a compliance-first strategy when entering or expanding in India.
India’s regulatory landscape is broad, layered, and constantly evolving, covering areas such as product quality and certification standards, labeling and packaging norms, import licensing, taxation (GST and customs), data privacy laws, and environmental compliance. Each of these directly influences market entry, brand credibility, and long-term business continuity.
Foreign and domestic enterprises alike should invest early in regulatory due diligence, local market authorization processes, and cross-functional compliance systems to navigate India’s governance framework effectively.
The latest edition of the India Briefing magazine is designed to serve as a roadmap for foreign businesses planning to enter or expand in India. We unpack the nuances of India’s regulatory landscape, offer sector-by-sector guidance, and explain the critical steps for customs clearance, GST compliance, and product certification.
Chapter summaries
Chapter 1 offers an in-depth overview of India’s regulatory ecosystem, mapping key authorities and their mandates that govern product entry, quality and safety compliance, and taxation. It also outlines the risks associated with non-compliance, emphasizing how adherence to regulatory benchmarks underpins business credibility and market continuity.
Chapter 2 explores the market entry dynamics for foreign companies seeking to establish or expand operations in India. It examines critical sectors such as food & beverages, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and technology, noting the regulatory challenges, approval processes, and compliance frameworks that define successful market access.
Chapter 3 delves into the import-export and taxation framework, highlighting the pivotal role of customs procedures in bridging international trade with domestic distribution. It offers guidance on mitigating these risks through proactive compliance and operational readiness.
Sample infographics in this publication
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About Us
India Briefing is one of five regional publications under the Asia Briefing brand. It is supported by Dezan Shira & Associates, a pan-Asia, multi-disciplinary professional services firm that assists foreign investors throughout Asia, including through offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru in India. Dezan Shira & Associates also maintains offices or has alliance partners assisting foreign investors in China, Hong Kong SAR, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Mongolia, Dubai (UAE), Japan, South Korea, Nepal, The Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Italy, Germany, Bangladesh, Australia, United States, and United Kingdom and Ireland.
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