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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 10308 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 147 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


Chennai Customs launches online portal for submission of intimations & returns

February 15, 2022 3990 Views 0 comment Print

Chennai-IV Commissionerate is introducing the EPD portal as a one-stop solution for online submission of mandatory compliances such as Returns, intimation of import, intimation of goods receipt, B17 bond debit & credit. The portal can be accessed through the web link https://epdchennaicustoms.in/. T

ADD on imports of Aluminium foil of thickness ranging from 5.5 micron to 80 micron

February 14, 2022 9021 Views 0 comment Print

Seeks to extend the Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) on imports of Aluminium foil of thickness ranging from 5.5 micron to 80 micron originating in or exported from People’s Republic of China, imposed vide Notification No. 23/2017-Customs (ADD), dated the 16th May, 2017,, till 15th June, 2022. MINISTRY OF FINANCE (Department of Revenue) New Delhi, the 14th […]

CAAR closes application for advance ruling for non-prosecution by applicant

February 13, 2022 573 Views 0 comment Print

(The interest of state requires that there should be an end to litigation) dictate that a conclusion is arrived at in respect of the said transferred application, where the applicant has failed to pursue their application for obtaining an advance ruling. Hence, I order that the said application of M/s Allanasons Pvt. Ltd. be treated as closed on the ground of non-prosecution.

CBIC rationalise AIDC on Crude Palm Oil and Lentils (Mosur)

February 12, 2022 2997 Views 0 comment Print

Seeks to amend notification No. 48/2021-Customs and No. 49/2021 – Customs, both dated 13.10.2021, in order to rationalise the Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess [AIDC] on Crude Palm Oil and Lentils (Mosur), and extend the validity of the said notifications up to and inclusive of the 30th September, 2022. MINISTRY OF FINANCE (Department of Revenue) […]

Deltabar Presssure Transmitters- M PMD 55 merit classification under heading 90262000

February 10, 2022 1296 Views 0 comment Print

In re Endress + Hauser (India) Pvt. Ltd (CAAR Mumbai) The principal function of the measuring instrument is to measure the process parameter of liquid or gases. It is possible the output from these devices may then be used for giving input to an independent process control system or process controller which compares the signal […]

JNCH issues instructions for Expeditious clearance of exports

February 7, 2022 2253 Views 0 comment Print

It has come to notice that in certain cases of first time export of goods, lack of clarity and awareness about the applicability of statutory requirements, has resulted in avoidable delays. Occasionally, the situation is compounded by generic instructions being communicated by the Risk Management System as Compulsory Compliance Requirements (CCRs).

Creative Touch-5 series Interactive Flat Panel classifiable under sub-heading CTH 84714190

February 3, 2022 2082 Views 0 comment Print

In re Audio Distribution House Pvt. Ltd (CAAR Mumbai) CAAR hels that Creative Touch 5-series Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) merit classification under sub heading 84714190 of the first schedule to the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. FULL TEXT OF ORDER OF CUSTOMS AUTHORITY OF ADVANCE RULING, MUMBAI M/s. Audio Distribution House Pvt. Ltd. (hereinafter referred to […]

HDPE woven fabrics (uncoated/one-side coated/double-side coated) classifiable under sub-heading 3926 9099

February 3, 2022 1914 Views 0 comment Print

Taking into account the detailed submissions of the applicant, including the likely usage of the article under consideration, absence of specific heading/ sub-heading for HDPE woven fabric in Chapter 39, positive mention of the dust sheet in Explanatory Note to Heading 3926, I find that HDPE woven fabrics (uncoated/one-side coated/double-side coated) are most appropriately covered under residual heading 3926 and further the residual sub-heading 3926 9099 of the Customs Tariff Act ,1975.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max classifiable under sub-heading 8517 62 90

February 3, 2022 1656 Views 0 comment Print

In re Amazon Wholesale India Private Ltd (CAAR Delhi) CAAR held that HDMI Digital Media Receiver [model number K2R2TE] is also a reception apparatus for voice, image and other data in a wireless network such as LAN/WAN. It is a reception apparatus with an inbuilt PCB and software containing many applications which run on Over […]

CBIC Notifies Rate of Exchange of Foreign Currencies wef 03.02.2022

February 3, 2022 1731 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC notifies Rate of Exchange of Foreign Currencies against Indian Rupees with effect from 4th February, 2022 vide Notification No. 08/2022- Customs (N.T.) | Dated: 3rd February, 2022. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE CENTRAL BOARD OF INDIRECT TAXES AND CUSTOMS ***** Notification No. 08/2022 – Customs (N.T.) New Delhi, dated the […]

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