GJEPC Seeks Govt. Clarification On Export-related Exemption From Mandatory Hallmarking MoC&I forms a committee to resolve Hallmarking concerns, K Srinivasan, Convener Gold Panel to represent GJEPC By: Diamond World News Service
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With mandatory gold hallmarking set to be implemented in India from 1st June, 2021, the
GJEPC in a representation to Shri Piyush Goel, Minister of Consumer Affairs and Food & Public Distribution, Govt of India welcomed the decision but has sought clarity on certain issues pertaining to exports under the hallmarking provisions.
While the Hallmarking Order excludes exporters, the GJEPC has called on the authorities to “explicitly clarify that jewellers having transactions only in the export stream are completely excluded from the purview of the Hallmarking Order”.
PUTRAJAYA: Random enforcement checks will be conducted at popular retail outlets to ensure shoppers abide by the two-hour shopping limit, says Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.
However, he said the onus was on the public to exercise self-control and keep track of their shopping time.
“With about 2,200 enforcement officers nationwide, we will conduct random checks at places that are popular.
“Abide by the two-hour limit. This cooperation is important for us in our battle against Covid-19, ” he said at a virtual press conference yesterday when announcing the price control scheme for this year’s Pesta Kaamatan and Hari Gawai festive period.
The Hallmarking of jewellery/artefacts is required to enhance the credibility of gold Jewellry and Customer satisfaction through third party assurance for the marked purity/fineness of gold , consumer protection. This step will also help to develop India as a leading gold market center in the World.
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