Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/10) introduces a value-based import surveillance mechanism for certain filters and filtration equipment classified under Chapter 84. The measure establishes a minimum unit customs value of USD 10 per kilogram (gross weight) for specific product categories. Imports declared below this reference value are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate issued by the Ministry of Trade. The Communiqué was published on 31 December 2025 and enters into force 30 days after publication.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/11) introduces a value-based import surveillance measure for fire extinguishers classified under HS 8424.10.00.00.11. A minimum unit customs value of USD 6.8 per kilogram (gross weight) is established. Imports declared below this threshold require a mandatory Surveillance Certificate issued by the Ministry of Trade. The Communiqué was published on 31 December 2025 and enters into force 30 days after publication.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/12) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for escalators and moving walkways classified under HS 8428.40.00.00.00. The regulation sets a minimum unit customs value of USD 5 per kilogram (gross weight). Imports declared below this threshold are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate. The Communiqué was published on 31 December 2025 and enters into force 30 days after publication.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/13) establishes a value-based import surveillance regime for components exclusively used for television dish antennas, classified under HS 8529.10.30.90.00. The regulation introduces a minimum unit customs value threshold of USD 1.7 per kilogram (gross weight). Imports declared below this level are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/14) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for automotive engine parts, classified under HS 8708.21.90.00.00. The regulation sets a minimum unit customs value threshold calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below this threshold require a mandatory Surveillance Certificate. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/15) establishes a value-based import surveillance regime for automotive safety glass, classified under HS 8708.22. The regulation introduces a minimum unit customs value threshold calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below this threshold are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/16) establishes a value-based import surveillance regime for table tennis tables, classified under HS 9506.40.00.00.11. The regulation introduces a minimum unit customs value threshold calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below this threshold are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/17) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for wheeled agricultural and forestry tractors, classified under HS heading 8703. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a per-unit basis (USD per vehicle), differentiated by engine power output (kW). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/18) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for air conditioning units and their components, classified under HS heading 8415. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a per-piece basis (USD per unit). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/19) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for lithium-ion batteries, classified under HS heading 8507.60. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram), differentiated by voltage level. Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/30) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for spectacle frames and sunglasses, classified under HS headings 9003 and 9004. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a per-piece basis (USD per unit). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2008/8 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/29) establishes a value-based import surveillance regime for selected plastic floor coverings, fans and their components, and rubber floor coverings and mats, classified mainly under HS headings 3918, 3926, 4008, and 4016. The regulation sets minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per metric ton). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2008/7 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/28) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for satellite TV receivers (set-top boxes) and their critical components, classified under HS headings 8528 and 8529. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds on a per-piece basis (USD per unit). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2008/02 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/27) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for a wide range of imitation jewellery, decorative accessories, and similar articles classified under HS heading 7117. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below the applicable thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2007/32 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/26) introduces a comprehensive value-based import surveillance regime covering a wide range of seating and furniture products classified mainly under HS headings 9401 and 9403. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below the applicable thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2007/9 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/25) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for selected plastic construction components and artificial decorative articles, primarily classified under HS headings 3925 and 6702. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per kilogram). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2006/13 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/24) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for a broad range of plastic household articles and infant care products, primarily classified under HS headings 3924 and 3926. The regulation establishes minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per metric ton). Imports declared below these thresholds are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2006/7 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/23) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for candles classified under HS heading 3406. The regulation sets minimum unit customs value thresholds calculated on a gross weight basis (USD per metric ton) and requires a Surveillance Certificate when declared values fall below those thresholds. The Communiqué repeals Communiqué No: 2005/2 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/22) introduces a value-based import surveillance regime for specific manual and mechanical appliances used for slicing, chopping, and extracting juice from vegetables and fruits, classified under HS code 8210. The regulation sets a minimum unit customs value of USD 8,000 per metric ton (gross weight). Imports declared below this threshold are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate requirement. The Communiqué repeals the former Communiqué No: 2004/17 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.

Executive Summary: Import Surveillance Communiqué (No: 2026/21) introduces a comprehensive surveillance regime for a broad range of brushes and applicators classified under tariff heading 9603. The regulation sets minimum unit customs value thresholds, calculated either on a gross weight basis (USD per metric ton) or on a per-piece basis, depending on the product category. Imports declared below these reference levels are subject to a mandatory Surveillance Certificate, which must be obtained prior to customs clearance. The Communiqué repeals the long-standing Communiqué No: 2004/14 and enters into force 30 days after its publication on 31 December 2025.