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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 5121 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 66 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 51 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 84 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 81 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 132 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 141 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


Customs Exchange Rates effective from 22nd December, 2023

December 21, 2023 2934 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed with Customs Notification 93/2023. Updated exchange rates for foreign currencies, impacting imports and exports. Effective from 22nd December 2023.

Govt Extends Concessional Import Duties on Masur Dal until March 31, 2025

December 21, 2023 849 Views 0 comment Print

Govt extends the existing concessional import duties on Masur Dal up to and inclusive of the 31st March, 2025. The same was earlier extended upto 31st March, 2024 vide notification No. 65/2022-Customs, dated the 29th December, 2022.

SC Ruling on Canon India Pvt Ltd: Section 96 of Finance Act, 2022 & subsequent Madras HC’s Decision

December 20, 2023 13776 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the SC ruling on Canon India Pvt Ltd, dissecting Section 96 of Finance Act, 2022, and the subsequent Madras High Court decision. Unravel the background, impact of the Finance Act, and insightful analysis, shedding light on the ongoing legal intricacies

Soy Protein Nuggets Classifiable under HSN Code 35040091

December 19, 2023 1092 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR ruled that Supro Nuggets 570 G IP- Soy Protein Nuggets derived from plant source and containing relatively high protein levels, Classifiable under HSN Code 35040091

MEMS Microphone classifiable under HS Code 85181000

December 19, 2023 1206 Views 0 comment Print

Explore detailed analysis of classification of MEMS Microphones in order issued by Customs Authority of Advance Ruling, Delhi. Learn about application, technical features and legal considerations.

ODU Controller PCB classifiable under HSN Code 84159000: CAAR

December 19, 2023 1794 Views 0 comment Print

Read the full text of the customs ruling by CAAR Delhi on Blue Star Limited’s application for ODU Controller PCB classification under the Customs Tariff Act. Explore the detailed analysis and conclusion.

ViewSonic Interactive Flat Panel (All-in-one computer system) classifiable under HS Code 84714190

December 19, 2023 4440 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the detailed analysis of Supertron Electronics Pvt. Ltd.’s Customs Ruling case on the classification of Interactive Flat Panels under HSN code 84714190.

YubiKey manufactured by Yubico AB classifiable under HS Code 84718000

December 19, 2023 2898 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR ruled that rule that YubiKey manufactured by Yubico AB, is classifiable under HS Code 8471 8000 of First Schedule to Customs Tariff Act, 1975

Customs Ruling on Charges Inclusion in Assessable Value: United Spirits Limited Case

December 19, 2023 2355 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the detailed order of Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR) on United Spirits Limited’s proposed import pattern modification, including loading, unloading, and handling charges.

Latex Rubber Balloons for Holi Celebrations classifiable under HSN Code 95030099

December 19, 2023 3204 Views 0 comment Print

Balloons imported for filling water and for use during Holi celebrations, merit classification under subheading 9503 0099 of First Schedule to Customs Tariff Act, 1975.

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