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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 1161 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 10284 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 1452 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 33 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 186 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 306 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 552 Views 0 comment Print


Decorative PVC Wall Panels Classifiable as Plastic Sheets, Not Builders’ Ware: CAAR Delhi

February 3, 2026 525 Views 0 comment Print

The ruling holds that decorative PVC, PU and PS wall panels retain their character as plastic sheets under CTH 3921. Classification as builders’ ware under CTH 3925 was rejected due to lack of structural function.

Advance Ruling Not maintainable Owing to Parallel Customs and Court Proceedings

February 3, 2026 276 Views 0 comment Print

An application seeking classification clarity was withdrawn after confirmation that customs proceedings on the same issue were underway. The ruling reiterates the procedural bar on advance rulings in such cases.

Customs Revises Tariff Values for Oils, Metals & Areca Nuts wef 04.02.2026

February 3, 2026 855 Views 0 comment Print

The notification substitutes tariff value tables under the Customs Act for key commodities. It reaffirms existing tariff values and provides clarity on valuation benchmarks effective 4 February 2026.

Baggage Rules 2026 Raise Duty-Free Limits and Simplify Customs Clearance

February 3, 2026 1773 Views 0 comment Print

The new rules enhance duty-free allowances and introduce digital declarations. The overhaul aims to speed up clearance and improve passenger experience.

Customs Moves to Full Automation of Import and Export Clearances

February 2, 2026 2085 Views 0 comment Print

The circular mandates auto goods registration, Auto OOC, and Auto LEO to reduce physical interface and delays. It confirms that risk-based systems will drive faster and more predictable customs clearances.

Budget 2026: Analysis of GST, Custom & Excise Duty Amendment

February 2, 2026 1965 Views 0 comment Print

The Bill introduces relief on post-supply discounts, export taxation, refunds and intermediary services. It also simplifies customs procedures and expands automation to reduce compliance friction.

Customs Revises Tariff Values for Oils, Metals & Areca Nuts wef 03.02.2026

February 2, 2026 1014 Views 0 comment Print

The notification substitutes tariff value tables but keeps all existing values unchanged. Importers continue to apply the same benchmark values for duty calculation from 3 February 2026.

Budget 2026: Explanatory Memoranda to Customs and Central Excise changes

February 1, 2026 1692 Views 0 comment Print

New baggage rules and processing regulations are notified, replacing earlier frameworks and aligning customs procedures for passenger clearances.

Customs Mandates Body Worn Cameras for Import Cargo Examination

February 1, 2026 2301 Views 0 comment Print

To improve transparency and reduce disputes, customs officers must record physical cargo examinations using BWCs. The requirement becomes mandatory across all formations from April 2026.

CBIC Onboarded More Agencies on SWIFT 2.0 for Single-Window Customs Clearance

February 1, 2026 1248 Views 0 comment Print

Customs has expanded SWIFT 2.0 by integrating additional regulatory agencies into a unified digital platform. The move simplifies EXIM compliance and reduces clearance delays.

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