One registry for labs soon to speed up export clearances

New Delhi: The government is working on setting up a single national registry for labs to simplify laboratory testing processes to reduce transaction costs and delays in cargo clearance for exports. The proposed system would allow online application submission, real-time tracking and digital upload of test reports, officials said, adding that the commerce and industry ministry has sought details such as processing time and cost estimates per test as well as the countries for which these are required.

"We are in the process of developing an integrated online platform to digitise and streamline trade-related laboratory testing processes. This will help improve regulatory transparency and provide a platform to exporters from where they can access testing labs being offered for their products," said an official, who did not wish to be identified. At present, there is no such platform for a consolidated list.

The government expects India to clock goods and services exports of $900 billion in this financial year, up from $824.9 billion in 2024-25.