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Stay updated on custom duty notifications for changes in import/export regulations, tariffs, and trade facilitation measures. Get the latest updates on duty exemptions, preferential trade agreements, and compliance requirements through custom duty notifications.

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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


Latest News


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


CBIC Revamps Trade Facilitation, Grievance Panels

September 12, 2025 891 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issued a new circular to restructure trade committees and grievance mechanisms, aiming to enhance efficiency and stakeholder engagement in customs.

CBIC Exempts Aerospace Grade Hydrogen Peroxide Imports for Non-Commercial R&D

September 12, 2025 564 Views 0 comment Print

A customs instruction exempts aerospace-grade hydrogen peroxide for non-commercial R&D from the Hydrogen Peroxide Quality Control Order, 2022.

CAAR Mumbai Allows Unibourne Food to Withdraw Ruling Request

September 12, 2025 552 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai permits Unibourne Food Ingredients LLP to withdraw its application on customs duty notification for shelled walnut imports.

Customs (Finalisation of Provisional Assessment) Regulations, 2025

September 12, 2025 7263 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issues Customs Finalisation of Provisional Assessment Regulations 2025, setting timelines, procedures, and penalties for import-export duty cases.

Geophysical Seismic Survey Equipment Classifiable Under CTH 9015 80 30: CAAR Mumbai

September 11, 2025 696 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR clarified classification of Coral Bottom Nodes, Picket Hydroacoustic Complex, Bolt Airguns, and BigShot Controllers, with separate treatment for parts and spares.

Customs Refund Applications to be Fully Automated

September 10, 2025 912 Views 0 comment Print

The Chennai Customs Office announces that all refund applications, including those based on court orders, must now be submitted electronically through the ICEGATE portal. This is a step towards digitizing customs processes by mid-2026.

CBIC notifies New Customs Station in Dalpatpur, Moradabad

September 10, 2025 645 Views 0 comment Print

The Ministry of Finance adds Dalpatpur, Moradabad, to the list of customs stations, enabling the unloading of imports and loading of exports at the location.

Importers and BIS Compliance

September 9, 2025 2709 Views 0 comment Print

Importers must understand BIS compliance for products under compulsory registration or quality control orders to avoid customs issues and costly demurrage charges in India.

Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver Tariff Value wef September 9, 2025

September 8, 2025 678 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Finance notification amends the Customs Act, 1962, setting new tariff values for imported commodities like palm oil, gold, silver, and brass scrap.

CAAR Mumbai Rules on MOOWR & IGCR Benefits for Mobile Phone Manufacturers

September 5, 2025 1251 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai held that MOOWR units can claim IGCR duty benefits on inputs but scrap generated must follow Section 65(2), attracting duty if cleared to DTA.

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