banned hs codes which are banned Import Export for Afghanistan Transit

1. Used or Second-hand Goods

• Used vehicles

• Used auto parts

• Used electronics and appliances (TVs, fridges, washing machines, etc.)

• Used tyres and tubes

2. Luxury & High-Tax Goods

• Perfumes and cosmetics (high-end brands)

• Branded garments and shoes

• Designer handbags and accessories

• Jewelry and precious stones

3. High-Risk Smuggling Items

• Cigarettes and tobacco products

• Sugar (in some years, due to local shortages)

• Fertilizers

• Black tea

• Cooking oil and ghee

4. Sensitive Electronics

• Mobile phones (especially high-end)

• Laptops and tablets

• Communication equipment

5. Chemicals & Controlled Substances

• Industrial chemicals (requiring NOC or control)

• Precursors that may be used in explosives or narcotics

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📜 Governing Laws & SROs

The restrictions are enforced through:

• SROs (Statutory Regulatory Orders) issued by FBR and Pakistan Customs

• Notifications under the Afghanistan–Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement (APTTA)

These laws are reviewed and updated periodically to address smuggling, revenue leakage, and economic concerns.