EEPC India India has urged the European Union to exempt it from proposed restrictions on metal scrap exports, warning that the move could disrupt supplies, increase production costs and affect the country’s steel and aluminium industries.Under the EU’s revised Waste Shipment Regulation, exports of non-hazardous waste, including recyclable metal scrap, to non-OECD countries will be banned from May 2027 unless the bloc grants approval by November 2026.Separately, the European Commission is also considering restrictions on aluminium scrap exports as part of measures expected to be unveiled later this year.India seeks exemption from new rulesIndustry representatives have raised concerns with the Ministry of Commerce, following which India formally applied to the EU seeking continued access to recyclable metal scrap under the proposed framework, according to documents reviewed by Reuters.Government officials said one possible compromise could involve export quotas instead of a complete ban, although the trade ministry has not officially commented on the matter.Steel, aluminium industry warns of supply crunchIndustry leaders have warned that restrictions on EU scrap exports could significantly tighten raw material supplies for Indian manufacturers.”The EU is a key supplier of high-quality ferrous scrap to India and any export curbs could tighten supply and raise costs for domestic steelmakers,” said Pankaj Chadha, Chairman of the Engineering Export Promotion Council of India.India, the world’s second-largest crude steel producer, imported around 366,000 tonnes of aluminium scrap from the EU in 2025 and emerged as the bloc’s largest buyer during the first quarter of 2026, according to industry estimates.The issue comes as India and the European Union prepare to implement their recently concluded trade agreement early next year.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSC Defers Urgent Hearing on Plea Seeking CBI Probe Into Alleged Ram Mandir Donation EmbezzlementPakistani National Apprehended Near LoC, Poonch, Second Cross-Border Intrusion Reported In 2 DaysBengal Moves Toward Uniform Civil Code as BJP Government Prepares to Introduce UCC BillBengal Likely To Adopt Odisha’s Midday Meal Formula Amid ISKCON Egg ControversyFrom India, Sheikh Hasina Announces Plan to Return to Bangladesh This YearArunachal Flash Floods: Death Toll Rises To 3, Rescue Ops On, 7 Districts Cut Off By LandslidesUddhav Thackeray Seeks Disqualification Of 6 Rebel MPs, Claims ‘Operation Devendra’ Targets FadnavisKetan Agarwal Murder Probe Enters Crucial Phase As Police Recreate Crime Scene At Lohagad Fort‘Look Inwards’: India Rejects Pakistan’s ‘Baseless’ Karachi Attack AllegationsPM Modi Thanks Citizens for Cutting Fuel Use, Postponing Gold Purchases Amid West Asia Crisis123PhotostoriesBeyond the traffic jams: The real overtourism crisis in hill stationsThe honey buzzard: 6 Fascinating facts about the bird that feasts on bee and wasp nests5 Canadian lakes and the interesting stories behind their namesSuccess quote of the day by Deepika Padukone: ‘Success has everything to do with working hard’At 11, Warren Buffett invested his entire savings in one stock that more than doubled after he sold it: The painful lesson that changed how he invested forever5 high-protein breakfast shakes for summer months offering 25g protein per glass60-second money lesson: The ₹200 rule that can stop impulse shoppingWhat would you do? My daughter says she wants to skip college and become a content creator; 4 mothers share what happened nextHow to start mushroom farming at home: A beginner’s step-by-step guidePsychology says people who check their bank balance often don’t just track their money; they stay more connected to their spending decisions123Hot PicksTNEA rank listKerala HSCAP third allotment listWeather tomorrowFIFA world cup 2026Ketan Agarwal murder caseMumbai monsoonFIFA World Cup Round of ScheduleUS Strike on IranVaibhav SooryavanshiTop TrendingRam Mandir Donation TheftWeather TomorrowNoida fireFIFA World Cup 2026Kota JEE Aspirant DeathKarla Caves Lion PillarAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News
India has urged the European Union to exempt it from proposed restrictions on metal scrap exports, warning that the move could disrupt supplies, increase production costs and affect the country’s steel and aluminium industries.Under the EU’s revised Waste Shipment Regulation, exports of non-hazardous waste, including recyclable metal scrap, to non-OECD countries will be banned from May 2027 unless the bloc grants approval by November 2026.Separately, the European Commission is also considering restrictions on aluminium scrap exports as part of measures expected to be unveiled later this year.
India seeks exemption from new rules
Industry representatives have raised concerns with the Ministry of Commerce, following which India formally applied to the EU seeking continued access to recyclable metal scrap under the proposed framework, according to documents reviewed by Reuters.Government officials said one possible compromise could involve export quotas instead of a complete ban, although the trade ministry has not officially commented on the matter.
Steel, aluminium industry warns of supply crunch
Industry leaders have warned that restrictions on EU scrap exports could significantly tighten raw material supplies for Indian manufacturers.“The EU is a key supplier of high-quality ferrous scrap to India and any export curbs could tighten supply and raise costs for domestic steelmakers,” said Pankaj Chadha, Chairman of the Engineering Export Promotion Council of India.India, the world’s second-largest crude steel producer, imported around 366,000 tonnes of aluminium scrap from the EU in 2025 and emerged as the bloc’s largest buyer during the first quarter of 2026, according to industry estimates.The issue comes as India and the European Union prepare to implement their recently concluded trade agreement early next year.
