Chemical exporters urged to adopt compliance-led growth at CHEMEXCIL workshop

Mumbai: The Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics and Dyes Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, today organised a one-day workshop on “Compliance, Connectivity and Competitiveness: A Sustainable Road Map for Chemical Exporters” in Mumbai. The workshop was organised with the support of the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) and other key stakeholder agencies, and witnessed participation from chemical exporters, industry representatives, and senior officials from Government and regulatory bodies.

The workshop was graced by Dinesh Bouddh, Narcotics Commissioner of India, as the Chief Guest, and Brijendra Chowdhary, Deputy Narcotics Commissioner, as the Guest of Honour. Addressing the participants, Dinesh Bouddh emphasised the importance of responsible trade practices and stated, “Compliance is not merely a regulatory requirement but a critical enabler of credibility and sustainability for India’s chemical exports.”

He highlighted the role of the Voluntary Code of Conduct (VCoC) in promoting clean and transparent business practices and underscored the need for exporters to proactively adopt compliance-driven systems, particularly while dealing with controlled and sensitive chemicals.


Satish Wagh, Chairman, CHEMEXCIL, said, in a statement, “This workshop reflects CHEMEXCIL’s continued commitment to strengthening the chemical export ecosystem by empowering exporters with knowledge on compliance, market connectivity and financial competitiveness.”

Wagh also shared export performance highlights, noting that chemical exports during April–December 2025 stood at USD 21,152.83 million, and stressed the need for Indian exporters to remain resilient and globally competitive in a challenging trade environment. He welcomed the Government’s initiatives such as the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters, Collateral Support to MSMEs, and the Interest Subvention Scheme, stating that these measures would significantly improve access to institutional credit for MSME exporters.

The workshop featured expert presentations and interactive sessions on Voluntary Code of Conduct for Clean Business, new Labour Codes, role of Free Trade Agreements and related compliances, DGFT’s Trade Connect e-Platform, and Credit Guarantee Schemes for exporters and MSMEs. Subject-matter experts from PwC, Deloitte, Universal Connections, NCGTC, and officers from CBN shared practical insights, compliance frameworks, and implementation guidance, making the sessions highly relevant and industry-oriented.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 100+ chemical exporters, particularly MSMEs, who benefited from direct interaction with policymakers, regulators, and domain experts. The workshop reinforced CHEMEXCIL’s role as a vital interface between industry and Government, facilitating awareness, capacity building, and policy outreach.