New Delhi, July 9 -- The Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) has urged the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) to abolish the 2.5 percent Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on imported aluminium scrap.

MRAI Seeks Removal of Aluminium Scrap Import Duty

The association said the duty is raising raw material costs despite India importing 80-85 percent of its aluminium scrap needs, reported Times Of India.

In its representation to the PMO, it urged the duty's removal, saying it would boost MSME competitiveness, create jobs and support low-carbon manufacturing.

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