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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 1170 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 624 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 10284 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 894 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 1452 Views 1 comment Print


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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 243 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 438 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 2808 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 1773 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 1692 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


CAAR Holds Complete Prosthetic Joints Are Artificial Joints, Denies Customs Exemption

Custom Duty : CAAR classified complete prosthetic joints as artificial joints and held the imported implants ineligible for exemption under Noti...

July 2, 2026 141 Views 0 comment Print

DFIA Customs Exemption Allowed as ITC (HS) Code Matching Not Mandatory: CAAR

Custom Duty : CAAR held ITC (HS) code matching is not mandatory for DFIA imports if goods match DFIA description and satisfy Notification 25/202...

July 2, 2026 207 Views 0 comment Print

ITC (HS) Number Matching Not Required Where DFIA Description & Conditions Are Satisfied: CAAR

Custom Duty : CAAR ruled that matching ITC (HS) codes is unnecessary if imported goods match the DFIA description and comply with quantity and v...

July 2, 2026 117 Views 0 comment Print

Exported by-products qualify as resultant goods under MOOWR: CAAR

Custom Duty : CAAR held that exported resultant goods qualify for proportionate duty remission under the MOOWR framework despite domestic sale o...

July 2, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

Replacement Filter Cartridges Classifiable Under CTH 8421 99 00: CAAR  

Custom Duty : CAAR ruled complete filtration assemblies with integrated components are classifiable as parts of filtering machinery under CTH 84...

July 2, 2026 129 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBIC Prescribes Deficiency Memo Format for Drawback Claims

Custom Duty : CBIC has introduced a uniform Deficiency Memo format for Section 74 drawback claims, standardizing document requirements and claim...

July 6, 2026 36 Views 0 comment Print

China Glufosinate Imports Face Provisional Assessment & Additional Guarantee: CBIC

Custom Duty : CBIC has directed provisional assessment of imports of Glufosinate and its salt from China pending the anti-absorption review. Imp...

July 4, 2026 186 Views 0 comment Print

China-Origin Insoluble Sulphur Imports Face Provisional Assessment Pending Review: CBIC

Custom Duty : CBIC has directed provisional assessment of Insoluble Sulphur imports from China while the anti-absorption review remains pending....

July 4, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

Duty Paid Through Scrips Eligible for Section 74 Drawback or Section 27 Refund Only by Re-Credit: CBIC

Custom Duty : CBIC has clarified that drawback under Section 74 and refund under Section 27 cannot be paid in cash where import duty was dischar...

July 4, 2026 306 Views 0 comment Print

India Notifies UK Trade Agreement Rules of Origin Effective 15 July 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC notifies India-UK trade agreement origin rules from 15 July 2026, prescribing origin criteria, QVC tests and preferential tar...

July 4, 2026 552 Views 0 comment Print


Rubber Mixture Classifiable Under 40028090 Due to Absence of Prohibited Additives: CAAR Mumbai

April 25, 2026 438 Views 0 comment Print

The authority held that mixtures of natural and synthetic rubber fall under 40028090 as they exclude substances under Chapter Note 5(A). Exemption applies subject to compliance with origin rules.

Plant Extract Classifiable as Medicament Due to Therapeutic Use & Processing: CAAR Mumbai

April 25, 2026 351 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority ruled that a refined plant extract used for treating respiratory conditions qualifies as a medicament, not a vegetable extract. Classification was based on its therapeutic use and advanced processing, denying concessional duty.

CAAR: Classification of Polymer Sheet Goods Under 3921 Tariff Headings

April 25, 2026 822 Views 0 comment Print

The authority ruled that panels with engineered edges and contours exceed the scope of sheets under Chapter Note 10. This led to their exclusion from Heading 3921 and classification under Heading 3925.

Duty Drawback Rate of Gold jewellery & Silver Jewellery/Articles revised

April 24, 2026 858 Views 0 comment Print

Government revises AIR of duty drawback for gold and silver jewellery under Notification 41/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated April 24, 2026.

Hirnoda (Jaipur) Notified for Import Export Handling, Kishangarh Entry Renumbered

April 23, 2026 282 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved expanding customs-notified locations to improve trade logistics. The amendment adds Hirnoda as an authorized point, boosting regional trade efficiency.

Instructions for time bound processing of RoDTEP and RoSCTL scrolls

April 23, 2026 762 Views 0 comment Print

This instruction tackles delays in rebate disbursal by enforcing a strict three-day processing timeline. The key takeaway is that authorities must ensure faster credit to prevent exporter hardship.

Customs Exemption Allowed Without Correlation for Non-Sensitive Inputs but Subject to DFIA Conditions

April 21, 2026 543 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority examined whether importers can claim duty exemption without linking input specifications to export goods. It ruled that such correlation is not required for non-sensitive inputs, but exemption is conditional upon strict compliance with DFIA licence terms, including value caps and usage restrictions.

Advance Ruling Rejected as preserved areca nuts Classification Issue Already Settled by HC

April 21, 2026 387 Views 0 comment Print

The authority refused to entertain the application as the classification of provisionally preserved areca nuts was already decided by the High Court. It held that settled judicial precedent bars fresh rulings on identical issues.

What is EMI Scheme in Custom? Complete Guide on Duty Deferment, Eligibility & Benefits

April 21, 2026 1452 Views 1 comment Print

Highlights how the EMI Scheme allows businesses to defer duty payments, easing working capital pressure while improving operational efficiency.

Customs Issues Procedure for Returned Export Cargo Due to Strait of Hormuz Disruption

April 20, 2026 3210 Views 0 comment Print

The notice outlines procedures for handling export containers returned due to disrupted maritime routes. It allows simplified clearance without Bill of Entry where seal integrity is verified. 

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