Recycling Industry Urges Removal of Customs Duty on Zinc Dross in India
The Indian recycling industry has requested the Union finance ministry to eliminate the 5% customs duty on zinc dross, citing an inconsistency since zinc scrap duty was removed in the 2025 budget. Zinc dross, containing over 92% metallic zinc, is widely recycled internationally and used in various industries. Stakeholders argue that India's 2.5% net customs duty on zinc dross puts domestic manufacturers at a disadvantage compared to countries like Thailand and Singapore, urging a policy revision to enhance competitiveness while balancing revenue needs.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (59/100). Lens Score 40/100.
Outlets measured: news18, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 1 Sept, 09:07 am. Other outlets followed.