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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 162 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 4449 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 591 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 819 Views 1 comment Print

Simplified Customs Procedure for Return of Export Cargo due to Strait of Hormuz Disruption

Custom Duty : The circular permits unloading of returned export cargo and cancellation of Shipping Bills under special conditions. Export incent...

March 10, 2026 1452 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 2394 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 1494 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 1425 Views 0 comment Print

Taxation Tariff Change On Textile Industries

Custom Duty : Government initiatives, including PLI schemes and export missions, support resilience and growth in textile and apparel exports de...

December 15, 2025 975 Views 0 comment Print

Consolidated Customs Notifications FAQ 2025

Custom Duty : Notification 45/2025 merges 31 previous customs notifications into a single reference, continuing most exemptions and simplifying ...

October 27, 2025 4554 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


CAAR Rejects Advance Ruling Application as Classification of Roasted Areca Nuts Was Already Decided by Court

Custom Duty : CAAR Mumbai refused to entertain an advance ruling application on roasted areca nuts after noting that the classification issue ha...

May 12, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Rejects Advance Ruling Application as Roasted Areca Nut Classification Was Already Decided by Court

Custom Duty : CAAR Mumbai rejected an advance ruling application after holding that the classification issue relating to roasted areca nuts had ...

May 12, 2026 252 Views 0 comment Print

Advance Ruling on Roasted Betel Nuts Denied as Identical Issue Was Previously Adjudicated

Custom Duty : The Customs Authority for Advance Ruling held that the classification dispute concerning roasted betel and areca nuts had already ...

May 12, 2026 603 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Denies Complete Elevator Classification Due to Missing Essential Components

Custom Duty : CAAR Mumbai held that imported elevator parts lacking guide rails, structural supports, and enclosure systems could not be classif...

May 11, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Rejects Advance Ruling as Roasted Areca Nut Classification Was Already Decided by Madras HC

Custom Duty : The Customs Authority for Advance Rulings held that classification of roasted areca nuts under Heading 2008 had already been concl...

May 7, 2026 279 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


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 384 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 156 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 369 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Revises Tariff Values for Gold, Silver & Edible Oils from May 16, 2026

Custom Duty : CBIC has updated customs tariff values for gold, silver, palm oil, soybean oil, and brass scrap through Notification No. 46/2026-C...

May 16, 2026 570 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Extends Customs Relief Measures Amid Strait of Hormuz Maritime Disruptions

Custom Duty : CBIC extended the validity of multiple customs circulars issued under Section 143AA until 30 June 2026 because of ongoing maritime...

May 14, 2026 417 Views 0 comment Print


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

December 19, 2023 4413 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 2892 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 2331 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 3189 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.

Adhesive: Net Weight <1 kg - Merit Classification under HS Code 35069999

December 19, 2023 2028 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR ruled that sealants fall under heading 3214, specifically under Sub-heading 32141000. In contrast, adhesives in packaging of less than 1 kg were classified under Sub-heading 35069999.

Augmented Reality (AR) Device classifiable under HSN Code 90318000

December 19, 2023 2886 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR ruled that Augmented Reality (AR) Device namely, Qualcomm heading X-Reality (QXR) version 1 (QXR v1) and version 2 (QXR v2) classifiable under HSN Code 90318000.

CAAR rejects application as question raised is pending before Officer of Custom

December 19, 2023 828 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR held that question raised in application for advance ruling is pending before Officer of Customs which makes application for advance ruling liable for rejection.

Revolutionizing E-Commerce Exports: India’s Innovative Customs Initiatives

December 19, 2023 879 Views 0 comment Print

Explore India’s groundbreaking customs initiatives, including the Hub & Spoke Model, streamlined regulatory frameworks, auto LEO facilities, and 24×7 customs clearances. A game-changer for exporters and importers, fostering seamless global trade.

Customs Exchange Rates effective from 19th December, 2023

December 18, 2023 1692 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the changes in foreign currency exchange rates under Customs Notification No. 92/2023 by the Ministry of Finance. Effective from 19th December 2023.

Revised Tariff Values of Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver wef 16.12.2023

December 15, 2023 906 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the latest changes to the Customs Act with Notification No. 91/2023-Customs (N.T.) issued by the Ministry of Finance. Learn about amended tariff values and effective dates

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