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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


CAAR Mumbai Classifies Data Center Switch Parts Under Heading 8517 79 90

November 6, 2025 588 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai ruled that customized metal chassis, covers, and heatsinks used in data center switches are classifiable under 8517 79 90 as parts of communication apparatus and eligible for Nil customs duty under Notification No. 57/2017-Customs.

CBIC Notifies Voluntary Post-Clearance Customs Revision Regulations

November 4, 2025 3222 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC allows voluntary post-clearance revision of Bill of Entry/Shipping Bills via new regulations (Sec 18A). Importers and exporters can correct errors; Rs.1,000 fee applies.

CBIC Amends ECTS Rules for Nepal Cargo Transhipment

November 4, 2025 1659 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Notification 73/2025 amends ECTS Regulations, formalizing specific rail and multi-modal routes from Kolkata, Haldia, and Vizag ports for Nepal-bound cargo.

CBIC Dismantles Cyber-Fraud Network; WCO Elects Indian Official

November 3, 2025 504 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC reports dismantling a cyber-fraud network using VoIP devices and seizing endangered Silvery Gibbons in trafficking. Indian official elected as WCO GIIS Vice Chair.

CBIC Notifies New Food Import Entry Point: Kannur Airport

November 3, 2025 672 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC, citing FSSAI, notified Air Cargo Complex Kannur as a new food import point of entry. Customs officers (Superintendent/Appraiser) are designated as Authorized Officers.

MOOWR Scheme Application Deadline Extended to 15th November 2025

October 31, 2025 5241 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Circular No. 27/2025 extends the online application facility for the MOOWR Scheme, hosted on the Invest India portal, until November 15, 2025, for Section 58 and 65 applications.

Customs Guidelines on Revision of Entries Post Clearance U/s. 18A

October 31, 2025 6633 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Circular outlines guidelines for voluntary revision of customs entries post-clearance under the new Section 18A, enabling duty payment with interest but without penalty. Fee is Rs. 1000/-.

CBIC Revises Customs Tariff Values for Gold, Oils, Scrap wef 1st Nov 2025

October 31, 2025 8469 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Notification 72/2025-Customs (N.T.) amends tariff values for crude palm oil, soya bean oil, gold ($1285/10g), silver, and brass scrap, effective Nov 1, 2025.

CBIC Clarifies No Revision Needed Where Separate Reversal Procedure Exists – Effective 1st Nov 2025

October 30, 2025 1596 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Notification 71/2025 restricts the use of Voluntary Revision of Entries for reversing benefits claimed under instrument-based schemes, where a separate procedure exists.

Customs Voluntary Revision Regulations for Post-Clearance Entries

October 30, 2025 5682 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC introduces Customs (Voluntary Revision of Entries Post Clearance) Regulations, 2025. Sets electronic process for importers/exporters to revise entries post-clearance.

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