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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


Amendment to Bill of entry invoking provisions of section 149 without documentary evidences untenable

September 18, 2023 5520 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Bangalore held that section 149 of the Customs Act, 1962 allows amendment of a Bill of Entry after the clearance of the goods only on the basis of documentary evidences which were in existence at the time the goods were cleared for home consumption. In absence of the same, the amendment is unjustified.

Customs Order: Linear Alkyl Benzene Value Declaration Rules

September 18, 2023 2211 Views 0 comment Print

Get insights into the Customs (Assistance in Value Declaration of Identified Imported Goods) Rules for Linear Alkyl Benzene. Effective from 26th September 2023.

CBI Arrests Inspector for Bribery at Mundra Port

September 17, 2023 2901 Views 0 comment Print

Introduction: On September 15, 2023, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) made significant arrests in a bribery case involving a former Inspector and Dock Examiner at Mundra Port, Gujarat, who currently holds the position of Superintendent of Customs in Jamnagar. Additionally, a private individual was apprehended for facilitating the corrupt transaction. Detailed Analysis: The case […]

CESTAT dismissed appeal for enhancement of redemption fine & penalty

September 17, 2023 615 Views 0 comment Print

A deep dive into CESTAT Kolkata’s ruling in Commissioner of Customs Vs K.K. Woollens, where the court confirmed penalties for undetermined imports of used clothes.

Punishment imposed should be commensurate with custom broker’s contravention

September 16, 2023 972 Views 0 comment Print

Explore case of SMS Logistics vs. Commissioner of Customs, where punishment imposed on a customs broker is analyzed for proportionality and compliance with regulations.

Demand of concession availed vide customs notification sustained for failure to maintain proper records

September 16, 2023 642 Views 0 comment Print

CESTAT Chennai upholds the demand of concession availed vide customs notification on failure of appellant to maintain proper accountal of the receipt of imported goods till their utilization in the manufacture of the specified finished products.

Inconsistent Methodology & Lack of Evidence: CESTAT directs fresh adjudication

September 16, 2023 726 Views 0 comment Print

Analyzing the S R Traders vs. Commissioner of Customs case under Customs Act Section 28, including undervaluation and compliance issues with cosmetics imports.

CESTAT Grants Duty Exemption under Project Import Regulations

September 16, 2023 603 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the RKM Powergen vs. Customs case. Learn how project import benefits can’t be denied if the contract registration process began before the goods’ importation.

No Suspension of preferential Tariff Treatment for Areca Nut: Madras HC

September 16, 2023 864 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Madras High Court ruling in the N and N Traders Vs Assistant Commissioner of Customs case, exploring why the suspension of preferential tariff on imported Areca nut was ruled out.

CESTAT dismisses appeal for Fine/penalty Enhancement for Imported Used Clothing

September 16, 2023 459 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the legal complexities of the Commissioner of Customs Vs S K P Enterprises case (CESTAT Kolkata), which revolves around the import of restricted old and used clothing. Get insights on why CESTAT dismissed the appeal for enhanced fines.

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