India's bulk Scotch probe puts UK trade pact tariff cut in dispute

The India-UK pact lowered tariffs on certain Scotch imports from 150% to 75%, but Indian officials privately contend bulk shipments should pay 150% under another classification. Industry estimates put bulk shipments at around 80% of Scotch imports from Britain by volume. Foreign and domestic liquor groups object, with the domestic group warning the distinction could favor finished imports. Government-industry talks were scheduled for Nov. 2.