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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 3021 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 5118 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 54 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 48 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 129 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 138 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


Non-Therapeutic Import: Bovine Serum Albumin Classification under CTI 3502 9000

February 7, 2024 1017 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the detailed analysis of the Customs Authority’s ruling on the classification of bovine serum albumin imports by M/s. Bio-Rad Laboratories India Limited, focusing on relevant legal interpretations and implications.

CAAR cannot decide Applicability of Viscose Quality Control Order for Staple Fibers

February 7, 2024 384 Views 0 comment Print

Delve into the implications of the Customs Authority of Advance Ruling Mumbai’s decision on Viscose Quality Control Order for Ruby Surgicals & Allied Products Pvt. Ltd.

Customs Broker not liable for non-tracing of exporter post issuance of Let Export Orders

February 5, 2024 1752 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi High Court held that Customs Broker cannot be held liable for not able to trace exporters as ‘Let Export Orders’ already issued and goods already exported out of the country. Accordingly, order revoking customs broker license set aside.

Customs Exchange Rates effective from 5th January, 2024

February 4, 2024 4395 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest Customs Notification No. 01/2024-Cus (NT) dated 4th January 2024, detailing revised exchange rates for foreign currencies affecting imports and exports.

Ingredient of product having oils of fish is rightly classifiable under CTH 1504

February 3, 2024 1260 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Chennai held that a decision on classification cannot be made merely because the goods are mentioned as ‘Food Supplement’ by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Since ingredient of product clearly shows that they have oils of fish, the product is rightly classifiable under CTH 1504 20 20.

Unjust Enrichment Bar Not Applicable Due to Ongoing Vessel Usage

February 3, 2024 15258 Views 0 comment Print

In a recent judgment, Calcutta High Court resolves a Customs dispute, allowing Dredging Corporation of India Limited a refund. The court analyzes the application of Customs Act provisions and questions of unjust enrichment.

Main MIC Dust Protective net classifiable under Tariff Heading 59119090: CAAR

February 2, 2024 654 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Customs Authority ruling on the classification of Main MIC Dust Protective Net by Vivo Mobile India under Tariff 59119090. Detailed analysis, CAAR Delhi decision

Flanges are parts of WOEG & are classifiable under 8503 & eligible for Excise duty exemption

February 2, 2024 2214 Views 0 comment Print

Commissioner of Customs vs Gamesa Wind Turbine – CESTAT Chennai rules flanges integral to Wind Operated Electric Generators, qualifying for excise duty exemption.

Department bears burden of Verifying benefit eligibility for notified imported Goods

February 2, 2024 486 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the implications of the Priyanka Enterprises vs. Commissioner of Customs case as per the detailed CESTAT Chennai order dated 25.01.2024.

Updation of changes vide Budget 2024-25 in System

February 1, 2024 1299 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the impact of Budget 2024-25 updates by the Office of the Pr. Commissioner of Customs. Learn about changes, timelines, and advice for importers and customs brokers.

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