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Strait of Hormuz Customs Relief: Six Circulars, 30 April Sunset & Key Unresolved Issues

Custom Duty : Emergency customs relaxations introduced during the maritime crisis expire on 30 April 2026, leaving exporters uncertain. The fram...

April 27, 2026 333 Views 0 comment Print

What is EMI Scheme in Custom? Complete Guide on Duty Deferment, Eligibility & Benefits

Custom Duty : Highlights how the EMI Scheme allows businesses to defer duty payments, easing working capital pressure while improving operationa...

April 21, 2026 513 Views 1 comment Print

Customs Refunds & Unjust Enrichment: Export Proceeds vs FOB Value, Burden of Tax & Legal Tests

Custom Duty : Refunds under customs law are allowed only when the claimant proves the duty burden was not passed to another. Courts have held th...

April 11, 2026 336 Views 0 comment Print

Simplified Customs Procedure for Return of Export Cargo due to Strait of Hormuz Disruption

Custom Duty : The circular permits unloading of returned export cargo and cancellation of Shipping Bills under special conditions. Export incent...

March 10, 2026 1284 Views 0 comment Print

Travel Upgrade: Decoding India’s Baggage Rules 2026 & Custom Duty Changes

Custom Duty : The new rules increase duty-free allowances by 50% and shift gold jewellery to a weight-only system, replacing value caps under th...

February 12, 2026 1653 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


₹10 Lakh Cap Removed on Courier Exports to Boost E-Commerce Trade

Custom Duty : The reform removes value restrictions on courier exports, enabling higher-value shipments. It aims to boost e-commerce exports and...

April 1, 2026 300 Views 0 comment Print

Deferred Customs Duty Facility Extended to Eligible Manufacturer Importers to Expedite Clearance

Custom Duty : CBIC has allowed Eligible Manufacturer Importers to avail deferred payment of customs duty from 1 April 2026. The circular outline...

February 28, 2026 2247 Views 0 comment Print

CBI Books Three Customs Officials for Alleged Bribery in Smuggled Goods Release

Custom Duty : The CBI has registered a bribery case against three Customs officials accused of taking illegal gratification to release seized go...

February 7, 2026 519 Views 0 comment Print

Baggage Rules 2026 Raise Duty-Free Limits and Simplify Customs Clearance

Custom Duty : The new rules enhance duty-free allowances and introduce digital declarations. The overhaul aims to speed up clearance and improve...

February 3, 2026 1380 Views 0 comment Print

Budget 2026: Explanatory Memoranda to Customs and Central Excise changes

Custom Duty : New baggage rules and processing regulations are notified, replacing earlier frameworks and aligning customs procedures for passen...

February 1, 2026 1269 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Generic PVC Fabric Description Not Misdeclaration; NIDB Value Rejection Quashed by CESTAT

Custom Duty : The Tribunal held that rejection of declared value without proof of inaccuracy was unjustified. Key takeaway: transaction value ca...

May 3, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

No Customs Penalty on CHA Without Clear Evidence of Abetment or Mala Fide Intent CESTAT Chennai

Custom Duty : The Tribunal held that penalty under Section 112(a) cannot be imposed without clear evidence of involvement or abetment. Key takea...

May 3, 2026 141 Views 0 comment Print

IGST Assessment Falls Within Customs Jurisdiction: Kerala HC

Custom Duty : The dispute involved jurisdiction of customs authorities to levy IGST on imports. The Court ruled that assessment includes all app...

May 2, 2026 366 Views 0 comment Print

Automation Does Not Change Classification of Safe Deposit Lockers: CAAR Mumbai

Custom Duty : The authority held that an automated locker system is classifiable under CTH 8303 as its essential function is secure storage of v...

May 2, 2026 93 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Rejected Advance Ruling Due to Prior HC Decision on Classification Issue

Custom Duty : The authority refused to admit an advance ruling application as the classification of roasted areca nuts had already been decided ...

May 2, 2026 243 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Customs Relief Extended Due to Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Impacting Maritime Trade

Custom Duty : The circular addresses continued trade challenges caused by maritime disruptions. The Board extended the validity of multiple faci...

May 5, 2026 108 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC amends Customs (CVD) Notifications to align with Finance Act 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC has amended a Customs (CVD) notification to revise tariff item codes in line with Finance Act, 2026 changes, effective May 1,...

May 2, 2026 132 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC amends Customs (ADD) Notifications to align with Finance Act 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC has amended multiple Customs (ADD) notifications to revise tariff item codes in line with changes introduced under the Financ...

May 2, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Revises Customs Notifications to Align with Finance Act, 2026

Custom Duty : The government has amended multiple customs notifications to update tariff classifications across sectors. The move ensures unifor...

May 2, 2026 309 Views 0 comment Print

Revised Custom Tariff Values for Gold, Silver & Edible Oils wef 1st May, 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC updated tariff values for key commodities including oils, gold, and silver. The revision ensures accurate customs valuation a...

May 1, 2026 399 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Posts in Custom Duty

Customs Relief Extended Due to Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Impacting Maritime Trade

May 5, 2026 108 Views 0 comment Print

The circular addresses continued trade challenges caused by maritime disruptions. The Board extended the validity of multiple facilitative circulars without altering existing conditions.

Generic PVC Fabric Description Not Misdeclaration; NIDB Value Rejection Quashed by CESTAT

May 3, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that rejection of declared value without proof of inaccuracy was unjustified. Key takeaway: transaction value cannot be rejected without reasonable doubt and supporting evidence.

No Customs Penalty on CHA Without Clear Evidence of Abetment or Mala Fide Intent CESTAT Chennai

May 3, 2026 141 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that penalty under Section 112(a) cannot be imposed without clear evidence of involvement or abetment. Key takeaway: mere allegations are insufficient.

IGST Assessment Falls Within Customs Jurisdiction: Kerala HC

May 2, 2026 366 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute involved jurisdiction of customs authorities to levy IGST on imports. The Court ruled that assessment includes all applicable taxes, rejecting the jurisdiction challenge.

Automation Does Not Change Classification of Safe Deposit Lockers: CAAR Mumbai

May 2, 2026 93 Views 0 comment Print

The authority held that an automated locker system is classifiable under CTH 8303 as its essential function is secure storage of valuables. The ruling clarifies that automation features do not override the primary character of lockers.

CAAR Rejected Advance Ruling Due to Prior HC Decision on Classification Issue

May 2, 2026 243 Views 0 comment Print

The authority refused to admit an advance ruling application as the classification of roasted areca nuts had already been decided by a High Court. The ruling highlights the statutory bar under Section 28-I(2) when issues are previously adjudicated.

CAAR Denied Advance Ruling Due to Pending Identical Issue Before HC

May 2, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print

The authority declined to rule on tariff classification as a similar matter was pending before the High Court. It held that Section 28-I bars decisions in such cases. The applicant may reapply after final adjudication.

Advance Ruling Rejected as Warehousing Scheme Issue Falls Outside CAAR Jurisdiction

May 2, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

The authority examined whether warehousing scheme applicability can be decided under advance ruling. It held that such procedural issues fall outside Section 28H. The application was rejected as not maintainable.

CBIC amends Customs (CVD) Notifications to align with Finance Act 2026

May 2, 2026 132 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC has amended a Customs (CVD) notification to revise tariff item codes in line with Finance Act, 2026 changes, effective May 1, 2026.

CBIC amends Customs (ADD) Notifications to align with Finance Act 2026

May 2, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC has amended multiple Customs (ADD) notifications to revise tariff item codes in line with changes introduced under the Finance Act, 2026, from May 1.

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