Dhaka, Sept. 29 -- The government has issued a notification enabling partial exporters to import raw materials duty-free by providing bank guarantees.

The notification, issued on September 25, 2025, targets export-oriented industrial enterprises that are unable to obtain bonded warehouse licenses under the existing bond management system.

Under the notification, eligible importers can bring in raw materials or products without paying customs duties or taxes, provided they submit bank guarantees equivalent to the assessed duties and taxes determined by customs authorities.

In a press release, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) said the move is expected to help enterprises maximise production capacity, diversify exportable products, and...