The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced on 19 October 2026 that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken action against the unauthorized online sale of hazardous explosives like Ammonium Nitrate and Gun Powder. This intervention led to the delisting of 3,940 sellers across seven digital platforms to ensure public security and consumer safety. The CCPA has already imposed penalties of ₹10 lakh each on Dial4Trade and ExportersIndia for various violations. The release does not say when the overall regulatory action takes effect, though specific hearings and orders have occurred.
Key points
- 3,940 sellers delisted from 7 platforms including IndiaMART and Justdial
- Penalties of ₹10 lakh imposed on Dial4Trade and ExportersIndia
- Regulated substances include Ammonium Nitrate, Gun Powder, Picric Acid, and PETN
- Justdial's final hearing is scheduled for 23 October 2026
- Report sales of explosives via National Consumer Helpline at 1915
When it applies
- NCDRC hearing and dismissal of Dial4Trade appeal
- final hearing for Justdial
Who it affects
- sellers
Refers to
- Consumer Protection Act, 2019
- Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020
- Explosives Act, 1884
- Ammonium Nitrate Rules, 2012