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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 4452 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 159 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 372 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


Detention and Release/Storage of Imported/Export Goods

February 3, 2023 14211 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962 regarding Detention and Release/Storage of Imported/Export Goods. Learn how various agencies can detain goods and the restrictions that follow.

Refunds under Customs and IGST Act

February 3, 2023 21747 Views 0 comment Print

Understand Refunds under Customs and IGST Act, legally binding provisions and requirements to claim them. Learn more on how to claim refund on non-leviable/excess duty paid. Find out more about Customs and IGST Act and check what paperwork is required!

Less Charge Demand under Customs: Legal Provisions & Procedures

February 3, 2023 3702 Views 0 comment Print

Section 28 of the Customs Act, 1962 enables the recovery of duties that have not been levied, have been short levied, or have been erroneously refunded.

Merchant Overtime Fee under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 13842 Views 0 comment Print

Learn more about Merchant Overtime Fee requirements under the Customs Act, 1962, and how to comply with such requests when working with Customs. Explore the perishable cargo, life-saving drugs, and other consignments that require immediate clearance.

Consolidation of Cargo under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 2625 Views 0 comment Print

Clear cargo with Customs at an ICD/CFS from gateway ports with Consolidation of Cargo under Customs Act, 1962. Discover ICDs/CFSs near you to get your goods exported/imported without re-opening sealed containers. Learn more.

Transhipment of Cargo under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 21213 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how the Transhipment of Cargo under Customs Act, 1962 can reduce congestion at ports and airports and enable Customs clearance at doorsteps. Follow the Customs Act regulations to safely move cargo from one port/airport to another in India or overseas.

Warehousing of imported goods in Custom Bonded Warehouses

February 3, 2023 30243 Views 0 comment Print

Warehousing of imported goods in Customs Bonded Warehousing lets importers delay clearance of goods without duty payment. Learn more how this works with the Customs Act, 1962.

Import / Export Restrictions and Prohibitions under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 74895 Views 0 comment Print

Understand import/export restrictions under the Customs Act, 1962 and make sure your exports/imports follow these regulations. Avoid penalties!

Provisional Assessment under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 18498 Views 0 comment Print

This blog post offers a detailed overview of provisional assessment under Customs Act, 1962 for importers or exporters. Depositing bond, reassessment and more are discussed here.

Customs Valuation under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 47445 Views 0 comment Print

Understand Customs Valuation under Customs Act, 1962 with this guide. Learn how to determine Customs duties rates with this comprehensive overview.

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