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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 237 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 7002 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 10791 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 582 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 156 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 117 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 99 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 219 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 636 Views 0 comment Print


Customs Instruction 04/2024: Designation for Import of Frozen Duck Meat

March 7, 2024 705 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Customs Instruction No 04/2024 on the designation for commercial import of premium frozen duck meat into India. Get insights on the latest regulations and certifications.

Customs Exchange Rates effective from 8th March, 2024

March 7, 2024 12027 Views 0 comment Print

Importing & Exporting? Stay informed! Get the latest Indian customs exchange rates (effective March 8th, 2024) for 20 currencies including USD, EUR, AUD, and more. This affects duty calculations for imported & exported goods.

Balloons for Outdoor Decoration (Not Toy Balloons) Exempt from BIS Registration: CESTAT

March 7, 2024 3171 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Chennai rules decoration balloons imported by Bubbly Balloons do not require BIS registration, setting aside the confiscation order by Customs.

Classification of imported pet foods in bulk bags – CAAR Mumbai Ruling

March 7, 2024 1455 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR held that pet food i.e. cat and dog food, imported in bulk merit classification under CTI 2309.90.90 of the First Schedule of the Customs Tariff Act, 1975.

Examination Procedure for Suspicious LCL Cargo: JNCH Guidelines

March 7, 2024 1419 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about the new examination procedure for suspicious Less than Container Load (LCL) cargo marked by the Customs in this detailed guideline issued by the Office of the PR. Commissioner of Customs at Jawaharlal Nehru Custom House.

Tariff Value Revision wef 07.03.2024 for Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver

March 6, 2024 897 Views 0 comment Print

Get the latest updates on the revised tariff values for edible oils, brass scrap, areca nut, gold, and silver, effective from March 7, 2024. Stay informed about the changes impacting import and export dynamics.

CBIC Reduces Basic Customs Duty on Frozen Duck Meat Imports

March 6, 2024 1122 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated on the latest customs duty changes as CBIC reduces Basic Customs Duty on imports of frozen duck meat, effective from 07.03.2024. Understand the prescribed conditions for availing this reduction.

Classification of QDx Instacheck TM PCT with reader QDx Instacheck TM as a Kit

March 6, 2024 444 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai clarifies classification of QDx Instacheck™ PCT kit with reader under Customs Tariff, impacting IGST rates for imports. Discover the details and implications.

Amnesty Scheme for Export Obligation Default Settlement

March 5, 2024 1983 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Ministry of Finances Amnesty Scheme for one-time settlement of export obligation defaults by Advance License and EPCG authorization holders. Key details, deadlines, and procedures.

Clean Bio Zinc (NSP) Classifiable under CTH 38089290: CAAR Mumbai

March 4, 2024 957 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai rules Clean Bio Zinc (NSP) falls under CTH 38089290, highlighting its use in anti-dandruff shampoos and as a fungicide. Discover the full analysis.

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