The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to submit the Imports and Exports (Control) Regulations No. 08 of 2026 to Parliament for approval, introducing new standards for specified imported products used in motor vehicles and three-wheelers.The regulations aim to ensure fair competition for local manufacturers, protect consumer safety and establish inspection procedures for the relevant imported products, based on recommendations from the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.

Under the proposed regulations, Sri Lanka Standard (SLS) 1212 will apply to rubber-insulated wires for motor vehicles under HS Heading 4011.10.90, while SLS 1347 will apply to pneumatic tyres for three-wheelers under HS Heading 4011.90.10.The new regulations will amend the existing regulations published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2508/27 dated October 1, 2026.The proposal was submitted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his capacity as Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilization and National Policies.