India's polymer notes tender requires suppliers to certify no animal tallow, exclude China and Pakistan
India's tender for polymer currency notes includes strict conditions requiring bidders to certify that materials contain no animal tallow, reflecting concerns over religious sensitivities in a diverse population.
The specifications also mandate supply-chain firewalls to exclude sourcing from China and Pakistan, addressing national security considerations around critical currency infrastructure. These conditions are part of broader efforts to ensure the integrity and independence of India's currency production.
The tender specifications underscore how India's banknote procurement balances religious, cultural, and geopolitical factors alongside technical and manufacturing standards.
