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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 3024 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 5127 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 144 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 144 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


Offences and Penal Provisions under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 57963 Views 0 comment Print

Learn more about offences & penal provisions under Customs Act, 1962. Persons performing import/export activities without following prohibited/restricted rules are liable for confiscation of goods & penalties. Discover more about smuggling & commercial fraud & their consequences.

Customs Brokers under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 7044 Views 0 comment Print

1. Learn more about the Customs Act 1962 and customs broker licences. Ensure you meet requirements before getting your licence!

Customs Cargo Service Providers under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 10524 Views 0 comment Print

Customs Cargo Service Providers under Customs Act, 1962: Find out how to handle imports/exports according to HCCAR, 2009. Learn more about HCCAR, 2009 & how it applies to CCSPs.

Setting up of ICDs/CFSs/AFS under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 8391 Views 0 comment Print

Learn all about setting up of ICDs, CFSs, and AFSs under the Customs Act, 1962. Our guide explains the IMC guidelines to help you navigate the process.

International Passenger Facilitation under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 4080 Views 0 comment Print

Customs Act, 1962 requires passengers to observe certain legal provisions and rules when entering or leaving India. Learn all about international passenger facilitation here

Export Oriented Units – Custom related Provisions

February 3, 2023 11958 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the export-oriented units scheme & the custom-related provisions with Ministry of Commerce Resolution 31-12-1980. Know benefits for EOUs & FTP provisions in Handbook of Procedure (HBP).

Special Economic Zones – Import, Export & Taxes related Provisions

February 3, 2023 16689 Views 0 comment Print

Get an in-depth understanding of the SEZ Scheme and related Import & Export taxes with this article. Learn the Special Economic Zones, Import, Export & Taxes related Provisions now

Export Promotion Schemes Under Foreign Trade Policy

February 3, 2023 2298 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how Export Promotion Schemes under India’s Foreign Trade Policy 2009-14 & 2015-20 benefit exporters. Discover CBIC’s incentive & duty exemption schemes.

Duty Drawback under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 11259 Views 1 comment Print

Learn all about Duty Drawback under the Customs Act, 1962. Know how to re-export imported goods and explore benefits related to them. Find out more.

Prohibition on Import of Intellectual Property Rights under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 3999 Views 0 comment Print

Familiarize yourself with the Customs Act, 1962 prohibiting import of Intellectual Property Rights, per the WTO TRIPS Agreement. Learn more here

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