Dhaka, Dec. 30 -- The central bank has allowed import of industrial raw materials-- including back-to-back import-- as well as agricultural implements and chemical fertilisers under suppliers' or buyer's credit for a usance period of up to 270 days.

On August 18, 2025, the Bangladesh Bank (BB) permitted such facility for a usance period of up to 360 days, extending from 180 days earlier, which is valid until December 31, 2025.

Under the revised guidelines, the permitted usance period will now be up to 270 days or the cash conversion cycle, whichever is earlier, according to a notification issued by the Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Monday, according to the BB.

A usance period is the agreed-upon time frame in international trade, often via Le...