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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 1182 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 10293 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 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 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 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 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 309 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


Transhipment of goods by road from LCS Petrapole to Air Cargo Complex, Delhi allowed

February 7, 2023 1938 Views 0 comment Print

Transhipment of goods by road from LCS Petrapole to Air Cargo Complex, Delhi allowed wef 15.02.2023 following procedure prescribed in Circular No. 29/2020-Customs dated 22.06.2020

Waiver of Late fees of Bills of Entry on account of updation of changes vide Budget 2023

February 6, 2023 9459 Views 0 comment Print

It is observed that some importers could not file the advance Bills of Entry for the consignments in the vessels granted entry inwards on 01.02.2023 due to the shutdown of services of ICEGATE for the purpose of budget updation in ICES.

Classification of ‘Data Projector’ for use in schools, business meetings

February 6, 2023 1209 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Rule that ata Projector (Model — ZH 350, ZW350e, ZX 350e) are classifiable under sub-heading 8528 62 00 of the first schedule to the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 and would be eligible to avail benefit of Sr. No. 17 of Notification No. 24/2005-Customs, dated 01.03.2005, as amended.

Classification of `Optoma Creative Touch 3-series Interactive Flat Panel (IFP)

February 6, 2023 1326 Views 0 comment Print

In re Compuage Infocom Ltd. (CAAR Mumbai) CAAR rule that Optoma Creative Touch 3-series Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) (Model – 3652RK, 3752RK, 3862RK) merit classification under Heading 8471 and more specifically under sub-heading 8471 41 90 of the first schedule to the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. FULL TEXT OF THE ORDER OF CUSTOMS AUTHORITY OF […]

Classification of stepper motor under Sub-heading 85011012

February 6, 2023 1341 Views 0 comment Print

In re Hitachi Astemo FIE Private limited (CAAR Delhi) CAAR Delhi held that stepper motor (3800-B07F-0000) proposed to be imported by the applicant for use in manufacture of idle air control valve will be classifiable under Sub-heading 8501 10 12 of the First Schedule of the Customs Tariff FULL TEXT OF THE ORDER OF CUSTOMS […]

Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 10203 Views 0 comment Print

Are you familiar with the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme under the Customs Act of 1962? Learn the background and benefits of this trade facilitation programme.

Audit under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 12729 Views 0 comment Print

Post-clearance audit procedure under Section 99A of Customs Act 1962 learn how an audit works with CBIC input

Grievance Redressal under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 3429 Views 1 comment Print

Discover what the Customs Act, 1962 provides on grievance redressal for cargo clearance with promptness & efficiency. Learn how the Citizen’s Charter of the Department envisions objectives & transparency for hassle free clearance.

Appeal, Review and Settlement of Cases under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 35622 Views 0 comment Print

Understand the detailed provisions for judicial review, appeals & settlements of cases under Customs Act, 1962. Learn the review process & more

Offences and Penal Provisions under Customs Act, 1962

February 3, 2023 58410 Views 0 comment Print

Learn more about offences & penal provisions under Customs Act, 1962. Persons performing import/export activities without following prohibited/restricted rules are liable for confiscation of goods & penalties. Discover more about smuggling & commercial fraud & their consequences.

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