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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


Govt Revises Tariff Values for Edible Oils, Metals & Areca Nuts wef 12.12.2025

December 11, 2025 1527 Views 0 comment Print

The new customs notification revises tariff value tables for oils, metals, and areca nuts, confirming no change in existing rates. It maintains consistency in import valuation under the Customs Act.

Red Seaweed Calcium Classification: CAAR Permits Application Withdrawal

December 9, 2025 291 Views 0 comment Print

The applicant requested withdrawal of an advance ruling on Red Seaweed Calcium classification before issuance, and CAAR approved the withdrawal under Regulation 20.

175 FAQs on Rewards for Informing the Government About Tax Evasion

December 9, 2025 2463 Views 0 comment Print

ITIRS 2018 encourages citizens to report substantial tax evasion, guaranteeing confidentiality and structured rewards. False reporting is punishable, and irrecoverable taxes are excluded from reward claims.

India Continues CVD on Tempered Glass to Safeguard Local Industry

December 7, 2025 1104 Views 0 comment Print

The Ministry of Finance has extended the duty on textured tempered glass while a statutory review evaluates potential injury to Indian industry. The extension keeps the existing levy active through June 2026.

Anti-Dumping Duty on Titanium Dioxide Withdrawn After Court Order

December 5, 2025 3246 Views 0 comment Print

The authority directed field formations to stop collecting anti-dumping duty on titanium dioxide from China PR after the High Court quashed the earlier notification. The ruling requires immediate compliance and halts all such duty collections.

Diagnostic Kits Classified Under CTH 38221990, Customs duty Exemption Denied

December 4, 2025 1074 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority ruled that imported PCR diagnostic kits fall under CTH 38221990. However, exemption under customs duty for Bovine Albumin in kits was denied.

Lithium-Ion Cell Inputs Classifiable as Accumulator Parts as No Specific Heading Exists: CAAR

December 4, 2025 816 Views 0 comment Print

Ruling holds that coated foils and separators are classifiable as accumulator parts since they are engineered solely for lithium-ion cells. LC breakers are classified as circuit-protection apparatus, with all items eligible for notification benefits subject to conditions.

Imported OTG Kits Missing Parts Classified as Components, Not Appliances: CAAR

December 4, 2025 672 Views 0 comment Print

Mumbai CAAR applied the essential character test, finding that OTG kits lacking key functional components do not qualify as complete appliances, confirming classification under CTH 8516.90.00.

GST Applicable Because Lease Property Used for Commercial Accommodation: CAAR

December 4, 2025 480 Views 0 comment Print

Renting a property to an unregistered entity for providing residential accommodation to students and professionals does not qualify for GST exemption. The registered lessor must pay 18% GST under Notification 11/2017.

MOOWR Duty Deferment Does Not Exempt Later Anti-Dumping Duty: CAAR

December 4, 2025 1347 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR held that for MOOWR-imported aluminium frames, the applicable customs duty, including ADD, is based on the ex-bond Bill of Entry date, not the original warehousing import date. Administrative circulars or FAQs cannot override statutory provisions.

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