# EXCLUSIVE: India holds Pernod, Diageo Scotch shipments as investigators seek higher tariff

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- Reuters, 2026-11-11 08:05 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-holds-pernod-diageo-scotch-shipments-investigators-seek-higher-tariff-2026-11-11/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6af421afabc03400017ca868

> Indian customs has held dozens of containers of bulk Scotch imported by Pernod Ricard and Diageo while investigators push for a 150% tariff. The companies are relying on an assurance of lower duties under the India-UK trade pact, according to four people familiar with the matter and a confidential government memo.