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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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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 1191 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 627 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 10305 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 897 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 1455 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 2811 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


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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 144 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 210 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 42 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 192 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 129 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 312 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 555 Views 0 comment Print


Release of Imported Consignments for Producers of 106 EEEs Items: Customs Instruction

July 14, 2023 2745 Views 1 comment Print

Read the latest instruction from the Ministry of Finance and Central Pollution Control Board regarding the release of imported consignments for producers of 106 EEEs items under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.

Updated Tariff Value of Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver – Notification 53/2023

July 14, 2023 1086 Views 0 comment Print

Stay informed about the latest amendments in the tariff values of edible oils, brass scrap, areca nut, gold, and silver. Read Notification 53/2023 by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, and understand the revised values for customs duties. Effective from July 15, 2023.

Revised rates for Norwegian Kroner & Swedish Kroner for Import & Export

July 13, 2023 618 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with revised exchange rates for Norwegian Kroner and Swedish Kroner for import and export transactions. CBIC has made amendments through Notification No. 52/2023 – Customs (N.T.) dated July 13, 2023, with effect from July 14, 2023.

Re-import of goods/equipment – CAAR explains applicability of Notification No. 45/2017-Cus.

July 13, 2023 6501 Views 0 comment Print

Re-import of goods/equipment from a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)/Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ) to Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) is the proposed activity as stated in the application and the applicant vide the aforesaid application has sought ruling on the question of applicability of serial number 5 of Notification No. 45/2017- Cus. dated 30.06.2017 for such re-import of goods/equipment from a SEZ/FTWZ to DTA.

CAAR explains Custom duty exemption on Good exported & subsequently re-imported

July 13, 2023 1548 Views 0 comment Print

Intent of Notification No. 45/2017-Cus. is that goods sent from India earlier and subsequently re-imported as such should not suffer any Customs duty; in case the exporter had availed any incentive at the time of sending this equipment out of India, the same may need to be surrendered on re-import of the said equipment;

Custom duty on Re-import of goods/equipment from a SEZ/FTWZ to DTA for mining or support services

July 13, 2023 3480 Views 0 comment Print

Explore BJ Services Company Middle East Ltd’s Customs Act ruling under section 28-H. Learn about re-import of goods, SEZ/FTWZ transactions, and exemption eligibility.

Amendment to Transhipment of Cargo to Nepal under Electronic Cargo Tracking System Regulations, 2023

July 11, 2023 1728 Views 0 comment Print

Transhipment of Cargo to Nepal under Electronic Cargo Tracking System (Amendment) Regulations, 2023- Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs vide Notification No. 51/2023-Customs (N.T.) dated: 11th July 2023 introduced new regulations that affect cargo transhipment from specific Indian ports to various destinations in Nepal. This notification empowers the amendment to the Transhipment of Cargo to Nepal […]

Exchange Rates for Imported & Exported Goods with effect from 07th July, 2023

July 6, 2023 4602 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC released latest notification (No. 50/2023 -Customs) announcing the updated exchange rates for foreign currencies concerning imported and exported goods. This article provides the revised exchange rates for various currencies and their equivalent values in Indian rupees. Stay informed about the current exchange rates to ensure accurate financial transactions and compliance with customs regulations.

Preventing Flow of Suspicious Items During Elections: CBIC SOP

July 6, 2023 2421 Views 0 comment Print

Read the CBIC’s standard operating procedure (SOP) to prevent the flow of suspicious cash, illicit liquor, drugs/narcotics, freebies, and smuggled goods during elections. Learn how coordination among law enforcement agencies ensures fair elections.

New Import Policy on Cigarette Lighters in India: Changes in 2023 Regulations

July 5, 2023 3000 Views 0 comment Print

Recent instructions from India’s Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs detail changes to the import policy conditions for cigarette lighters under ITC (HS) 2022.

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