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Customs Valuation Framework Under Section 14 and CVR, 2007

Custom Duty : Explains customs valuation under Section 14, CVR 2007, Rule 12, CAVR 2023, transaction value, valuation methods and key judicial d...

July 11, 2026 249 Views 0 comment Print

MOOWR Scheme: A Game Changer for Indian Manufacturers

Custom Duty : The article explains how the MOOWR Scheme allows manufacturers to defer customs duty and IGST while detailing eligibility, complia...

July 3, 2026 1584 Views 1 comment Print

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 687 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 7008 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 10797 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


CBIC Extends Customs Duty Exemption Till 15 July 2026 Due to West Asia Supply Disruptions

Custom Duty : The Government has extended the full customs duty exemption on critical petrochemical imports until 15 July 2026 because of contin...

July 2, 2026 339 Views 0 comment Print

India Secures Duty-Free Access for 99.38% Exports Through India–Oman CEPA

Custom Duty : The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement became operational on 1 June 2026 after completion of required proce...

June 2, 2026 480 Views 0 comment Print

₹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 588 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 2877 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 675 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


CAAR Rejects Ruling on Roasted Areca Nut Classification Citing Madras HC Decision

Custom Duty : CAAR Delhi rejected the advance ruling application as the classification issue was already decided by the Madras High Court and th...

July 13, 2026 159 Views 0 comment Print

Samsung ‘Moving Style’ Classifiable as ‘Other Monitor’ Under CTH 8528: CAAR Delhi

Custom Duty : CAAR Delhi classified Moving Style under Tariff Item 8528 59 00 and Floor Stand under 8529 90 90, applying Chapter Notes 6(D), 6(E...

July 13, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

TrackMan 4 & TrackMan iO Classifiable as Other Golf Equipment Under CTH 9506: CAAR Delhi

Custom Duty : CAAR Delhi classified TrackMan 4 and TrackMan iO under CTI 9506 39 00 as golf equipment, rejecting Heading 9031 as measurement was...

July 13, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

Statutory Appeal Is Proper Remedy Against Customs Redemption Fine & Penalty: Madras HC

Custom Duty : Madras HC declined to entertain the writ, directed the petitioner to pursue the Section 129A appeal, and protected limitation if f...

July 12, 2026 123 Views 0 comment Print

Royalty Addition to Import Value Set Aside as Not a Condition of Sale: CESTAT Chennai

Custom Duty : CESTAT Chennai set aside the customs duty demand after holding royalty was not a condition of sale of imported goods and following...

July 12, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBIC Issues Guidelines for Self-Certified Origin Declarations Under India–UK CETA

Custom Duty : CBIC Circular 33/2026-Customs implements self-certified Origin Declarations, URN authentication and transition provisions under In...

July 14, 2026 129 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Discontinues Manual Container Documents Under Notification 104/94-Customs

Custom Duty : CBIC Circular 32/2026-Customs replaces manual container documentation with ICEGATE reporting and electronic gate systems under Not...

July 13, 2026 225 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Empowers Board to Extend Two-Year Re-Export Period for Duty-Free Event Imports

Custom Duty : CBIC Notification No. 28/2026-Customs empowers the Board to extend the two-year period in specified cases on sufficient cause bein...

July 11, 2026 384 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Extends Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese Arylides Till 13 January 2027

Custom Duty : CBIC extends anti-dumping duty on Arylides imported from China PR till 13 January 2027 through Notification No. 17/2026-Customs (A...

July 11, 2026 129 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Revises List of Goods Eligible for BCD Exemption for Lithium-Ion Cell Manufacturing

Custom Duty : CBIC Notification 27/2026-Customs amends Notification 25/2002 to revise the list of goods eligible for BCD exemption for lithium i...

July 9, 2026 642 Views 0 comment Print


Importer cannot be penalized for Incorrect mention of country of origin

March 28, 2024 2316 Views 0 comment Print

Read about Aspam Petronergy Pvt Ltd Vs C.C.-Kandla (CESTAT Ahmedabad) case where mis-declaration of country of origin didn’t impact valuation. Detailed analysis provided.

Customs field formation offices to remain open on 29th-31st March 2024

March 28, 2024 1248 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC announces working days for Customs field formations on 29th, 30th, and 31st March 2024. Details and implications explained.

Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024

March 28, 2024 1179 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with the latest amendment to the Sea Cargo Manifest and Transhipment Regulations, 2018 by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)

Tariff Values wef 29/03/2024: Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver

March 28, 2024 1122 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the latest amendments in tariff values for various commodities including edible oils, brass scrap, areca nut, gold, and silver set by the Government of India. Stay informed!

CHA was not required to advise on Assessment aspect to Clients unless Solicited

March 27, 2024 711 Views 0 comment Print

When the EDI system itself permitted assessee to pay the cess using the scrip, there could not have been suppression of facts etc. Therefore, a penalty under Section 114A of the Act is unsustainable, especially when the duty demand was otherwise time-barred.

Customs Exchange Rates effective from 27th March 2024

March 26, 2024 14550 Views 0 comment Print

Exchange rates for imported and export goods notified by Government of India with with effect from 27th March, 2024 – Notification No. 24/2024 – Customs (N.T.) Dated: 26th March, 2024

Body Massager cannot be Classified as Adult Sex Toy: Bombay HC

March 24, 2024 2304 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court overturns ruling categorizing body massager as adult sex toy, finding officer’s perception not backed by law. Read the detailed analysis.

Preventive Vigilance SOP for Election Period: CBIC Field Operations

March 23, 2024 1869 Views 0 comment Print

Instruction No. 06/2024-Customs issued by the Government of India’s Ministry of Finance emphasizes the need for a robust preventive vigilance mechanism during elections. This directive aims to curb illicit activities such as the flow of suspicious cash, smuggling, and distribution of contraband items like drugs and liquor.

Enhancement of import value based on consent letter without following due process is unsustainable: CESTAT Ahmedabad

March 23, 2024 975 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Ahmedabad held that enhancement of import value merely on the basis of consent letter of the importer without following due process of law as contemplated u/s. 14 of the Customs Act read with Customs Valuation Rules, 2007 is unsustainable in law.

Minor Discrepancies No Basis for Customs Refund Recovery if CA Certified submitted

March 22, 2024 639 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Ahmedabad clarifies that minor discrepancies shouldn’t lead to recovery of customs refund if CA certifies stock report. Learn more about Santosh Timber Trading Co Ltd Vs C.C.

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