India Investigates Pernod Ricard and Diageo for Scotch Whisky Imports

• Indian tax authorities are investigating Pernod Ricard and Diageo for potentially misclassifying Scotch whisky imports.
• The investigation follows the implementation of the India-UK trade pact on July 15.
• Tax inspectors visited Pernod Ricard’s headquarters and searched Diageo’s offices.
• Both companies claim they are complying with the trade agreement.
• The probe aims to ensure proper tariffs are applied to Scotch whisky imports.