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Stay updated on custom duty notifications for changes in import/export regulations, tariffs, and trade facilitation measures. Get the latest updates on duty exemptions, preferential trade agreements, and compliance requirements through custom duty notifications.

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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 4443 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 210 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 378 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 153 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 366 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 414 Views 0 comment Print


Amendment in Customs Exchange Rate for Turkish Lira from 24th June, 2023

June 23, 2023 1212 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issued Notification No. 46/2023 – Customs (N.T.) amending exchange rate for Turkish Lira in Customs Act. This amendment will come into effect from 24th June 2023.

Provisionally preserved Areca nut falls under Customs Heading 0812: CAAR

June 21, 2023 1206 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai clarifies that provisionally preserved betel nuts, treated with preservatives and not fit for immediate human consumption, are classified under Customs Heading 0812, following Chapter note 4’s guidance on provisional preservation.

Notification No. 44/2023-Customs: Exchange Rates for Imported & Exported Goods

June 15, 2023 6180 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC released Notification No. 44/2023 – Customs on 15th June, 2023. This notification supersedes the previous Notification No. 39/2023-Customs(N.T.) and provides the updated exchange rates for converting foreign currencies into Indian rupees and vice versa for imported and exported goods. The new rates will come into effect from 16th June, 2023. Government of India Ministry […]

Govt simplifies Regulatory Framework for e-commerce Export of Jewellery via Courier Mode

June 15, 2023 1404 Views 0 comment Print

Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs, has issued Circular No. 17/2023-Customs on June 15, 2023, introducing a simplified regulatory framework for e-commerce exports of jewellery through courier mode. The circular provides details regarding the exemption of certain document uploads for exporters who choose not to re-import the exported jewellery. F.No. 455/03/2020-Cus.V Government of India […]

Tariff Notification No. 45/2023-Custom (N.T.), Dated: 15.06.2023

June 15, 2023 2391 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issued a Notification No. 45/2023-Custom (N.T.)on June 15, 2023, amending the tariff values for customs duty calculation. The notification provides updated tariff values for rude palm oil, palmolein, crude soya bean oil, brass scrap, gold and silver in various forms, including bars, coins, and findings used in jewelry and areca nuts, which are used […]

Notification No. 43/2023-Customs (N.T.) Amends Courier Imports & Exports Regulations

June 15, 2023 2325 Views 0 comment Print

Read the Ministry of Finance’s notification (No. 43/2023-Customs) amending the Courier Imports and Exports (Electronic Declaration and Processing) Regulations. This amendment pertains to the inclusion of jewelry under CTH 7117 or CTH 7113 and the facility of re-import for such jewelry. Stay informed about the latest customs regulations.

Govt reduces BCD on Refined Soya Bean Oil & Sunflower oil to 12.5%

June 14, 2023 1524 Views 0 comment Print

Discover how the latest import duty reductions on refined soybean and sunflower oils can help consumers enjoy these essential commodities at lower prices.

Digitization of AEO Programme for Ease of Doing Business: Submission of AEO Applications Goes Online

June 12, 2023 1344 Views 0 comment Print

Office of the Commissioner of Customs, NS-III introduces a web-based portal for the digitization of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme. This public notice highlights the dispensing of physical submission of documents for AEO applications, emphasizing the ease of doing business.

CBIC notifies Exchange rate of ‘South African Rand’ for Import & Export wef 13.06.2023

June 12, 2023 537 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC notifies Exchange rate of ‘South African Rand’ for Import & Export wef 13.06.2023 vide Notification No.42/2023- Customs (N.T.) Dated: 12th June, 2023. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE (DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE) CENTRAL BOARD OF INDIRECT TAXES AND CUSTOMS ***** Notification No.42/2023- Customs (N.T.) | Dated: 12th June, 2023 In exercise of the powers conferred […]

Interactive Display System (View Board) falls under Heading 8471: CAAR

June 12, 2023 2037 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai determines Interactive Display System (View Board) models are classified under Heading 8471, specifically under sub-heading 84714190, as per Customs Tariff Act, 1975, aligning with the criteria for Automatic Data Processing Machines.

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