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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


Anonymised Escalation Mechanism (AEM) Under Faceless Assessment

November 18, 2023 3339 Views 0 comment Print

Features of Anonymised Escalation Mechanism (AEM) that enhances Customs Faceless Assessment. From anonymity, promptness, to uniformity, learn more about AEM here.

SWIFT (Single Window Interface for Facilitation of Trade)

November 18, 2023 4890 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the importance of SWIFT (Single Window Interface for Facilitation of Trade) for the National Customs Single Window Project. Learn more about the integrated declaration, automatic routing of PGA declarations, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) within this important project.

Manufacturing & Other Operations in a Customs Bonded Warehouse (MOOWR)

November 18, 2023 13314 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how simplified approvals of MOOWR in India can help transform into a competitive manufacturing location. Customs Act, Section 65 includes clear and transparent procedures and more.

Denial of refund claim unjustified as Anti-Dumping Duty was not leviable at the relevant time

November 18, 2023 1206 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Ahmedabad held that denial of refund claim of Anti-Dumping Duty unjustified as the Anti-Dumping Duty was not leviable at the relevant time as notification imposing the same expired.

Indian Customs Electronic Gateway (ICEGATE)

November 18, 2023 4407 Views 0 comment Print

ICEGATE is the national portal of Indian Customs for e-filing services. Learn more about ICEGATE Registration, Bills of Entry Filing, Shipping Bills Filing and more.

Advance Ruling Under Customs

November 18, 2023 16215 Views 0 comment Print

Explore Advance Ruling under Customs: what it is, how it affects trade facilitation & compliance with WTO TFA, India’s commitment to it. Learn more

Compliance Information Portal (CIP)

November 18, 2023 2775 Views 0 comment Print

Unlock efficient trade facilitation with the CBIC compliant Compliance Information Portal (CIP) – Check step-by-step Customs clearance procedures, applicable duties, and PGA regulatory requirements

CBIC’s Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme

November 18, 2023 2922 Views 0 comment Print

Gain Customs facilitation & security for international trade with CBIC’s Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme. Benefits include DPD for imports & highest level of accreditation!

ATITHI Mobile App of CBIC for International Travelers

November 18, 2023 3999 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the ATITHI Mobile App from CBIC for International Travelers – supporting faster Customs processes & access at any time, from anywhere. Get the Customs duty info & easily file your declaration with the Indian Customs, on iOS or Android.

Higher value declared before Chinese Customs adopted as allegation of mis-declaration not disproved

November 18, 2023 669 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Delhi held that the values declared by the exporter before the Chinese authorities was much higher than the values declared in the Bills of Entry and appellant has failed to produce any cogent document to disprove the allegation of mis-declaration in the export declaration.

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