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Anti-Dumping Duty

Custom Duty : Anti-dumping duty protects local manufacturers from unfairly cheap imports that can damage domestic markets. The article explains ...

May 21, 2026 180 Views 0 comment Print

Customs Duty on Gold & Silver Raised to 15% (Effective May 13, 2026)

Custom Duty : The new customs notifications standardize the effective import duty on gold and silver bullion at 15% through revised BCD, SWS, an...

May 14, 2026 3018 Views 0 comment Print

The Gold Duty Shock: A Symptom, Not the Disease

Custom Duty : The article argues that the sharp increase in gold import duty was triggered by pressure on India’s forex reserves, rising oil p...

May 13, 2026 5115 Views 0 comment Print

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 612 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 837 Views 1 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 390 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 2400 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 570 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 1524 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 1434 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No Confiscation of Indian Currency Without Proof Linking It to Smuggling: CESTAT Kolkata

Custom Duty : CESTAT Kolkata held that Indian currency cannot be confiscated under Section 121 of Customs Act without clear evidence connecting ...

May 24, 2026 30 Views 0 comment Print

Multifunction Devices Retaining Essential Character of Relays Eligible for Customs Exemption: CESTAT Delhi

Custom Duty : The CESTAT Delhi held that multifunction protection devices remained classifiable as relays because their primary function continu...

May 24, 2026 36 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Sets Aside Customs Duty Demand as Electronic Evidence Did Not Meet Section 138C Requirements

Custom Duty : CESTAT Mumbai held that computer printouts and email records could not be relied upon for customs duty demands because statutory r...

May 22, 2026 81 Views 0 comment Print

Duty Drawback Cannot Be Denied as Phone Activation Before Export Is Mere Configuration

Custom Duty : CESTAT Mumbai held that unlocking and activating mobile phones before export only amounted to product configuration and not “use...

May 22, 2026 138 Views 0 comment Print

Incomplete CRCL Test Reports Cannot Justify Reclassification of Imported Solvents as Kerosene: CESTAT Mumbai

Custom Duty : Tribunal held that Customs authorities could not reclassify imported industrial composite solvent as kerosene when all mandatory B...

May 22, 2026 78 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


Anti-Dumping Duty Extended Till November 2026 Through Fresh Customs Amendment

Custom Duty : The Ministry of Finance amended the earlier customs notification to continue anti-dumping duty for an extended period. The notific...

May 23, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Monoisopropylamine Imports From China

Custom Duty : The government imposed anti-dumping duty on Monoisopropylamine imports after finding that Chinese exports were dumped below normal...

May 23, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Revises Tariff Values for Gold, Silver & Edible Oils from May 20, 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC issued Notification No. 47/2026-Customs (N.T.) continuing existing tariff values for key imported commodities including palm ...

May 20, 2026 543 Views 0 comment Print

Provisional Assessment Ordered Pending New Shipper Review of Chinese Solar Frame Imports

Custom Duty : The Central Government directed provisional assessment of imports of anodized aluminium frames for solar panels from a Chinese exp...

May 20, 2026 195 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Ends Mandatory Physical Boarding for Vessel Entry & Sail-Out Clearance

Custom Duty : CBIC has clarified that Entry Inward and Vessel Sail-out Clearance cannot be delayed due to pending physical boarding of customs o...

May 19, 2026 405 Views 0 comment Print


Sweet Pearl P200 containing 99% Maltitol Crystals falls under CTH 2905

June 6, 2024 504 Views 0 comment Print

Read the full text of the CESTAT Chennai order on the classification of Sweet Pearl P200 containing 99% Maltitol Crystals. Analysis, conclusion, and consequential benefits discussed.

Customs is legally bound by notifications issued by DGFT: CESTAT Bangalore

June 6, 2024 1011 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Bangalore’s ruling emphasizes customs adherence to DGFT notifications. In Specta Decor Pvt Limited vs. Commissioner of Customs case, a redemption fine is reduced due to unforeseen circumstances.

Taxpayer Can’t Be Penalized for Filing Appeal: CESTAT quashes redemption file

June 6, 2024 639 Views 0 comment Print

In the case of Gencor Pacific Auto Engineering Pvt. Ltd. vs Commissioner of Customs, CESTAT Chennai allows re-credit of customs duty in advance authorisation scrips.

Notification No. 39/2024-Customs: Adjudicating Authorities Appointed

June 5, 2024 1005 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No. 39/2024 by CBIC appoints adjudicating authorities for customs cases. Detailed insights on officer appointments for show cause notices.

Classification of KONIX KE-810, FA-505 and KE-880S CAAR Ruling

June 5, 2024 1473 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of the CAAR Mumbai ruling on the classification & duty exemption of chemical imports by KPX Chemical India Pvt. Ltd. Detailed insights into the legal interpretations provided.

Import Classification & Duty Exemption: Vessel UOL Tigerfish – Withdrawal of Ruling Application

June 5, 2024 504 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the classification & duty exemption of importing Vessel UOL Tigerfish from IFSC to DTA as per CAAR Mumbai’s order. Learn more

No confiscation & redemption fine when issues relates to interpretation

June 4, 2024 1740 Views 0 comment Print

Hindustan Distributors Vs Commissioner of Customs case analysis. CESTAT Chandigarh quashes redemption fine and penalty on prime pre-painted steel coils.

No Customs Act Penalty for mere Early Arrival of Over Dimensional Cargo

June 4, 2024 822 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Ace Manufacturing Systems Ltd vs State of U.P. case. Learn why Allahabad HC rules no penalty under Customs Act for Over Dimensional Cargo arriving earlier. Full text judgment included.

Royalty not includible in Assessable Value: Not for Imported Goods or Sale Condition

June 4, 2024 1821 Views 0 comment Print

Royalty and other charges are not includible in assessable value if Payment of royalty and other charges not for imported goods and not a condition of sale of goods

Extension of Last Date Due to Holiday to Immediate Next Working Day: CESTAT Upheld Reduced Penalty Benefit

June 4, 2024 606 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Delhi rules in favor of Honda Cars India, affirming reduced 15% penalty under Customs Act Section 28(5) if paid within 30 days of SCN receipt.

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