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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 1170 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 10287 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 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 189 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 552 Views 0 comment Print


Project Imports under Customs Law– How Burden of Proof Shapes Classification Outcomes

August 15, 2025 2505 Views 1 comment Print

Understand the burden of proof for claiming customs duty concessions under the Project Import Regulations, 1986. Learn how Supreme and Delhi High Court rulings impact importers.

CAG Audit Uncovers Customs & DGFT Inefficiencies

August 15, 2025 1623 Views 0 comment Print

A summary of the CAG’s audit report on Customs and DGFT reveals deficiencies in infrastructure, manpower, and compliance, leading to significant revenue implications.

Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold & Silver Tariff Value wef 15th Aug 2025

August 14, 2025 1179 Views 0 comment Print

The Ministry of Finance has issued new tariff values for imported goods including crude palm oil soybean oil gold silver and areca nuts effective August 15, 2025.

Guidelines for export of items suspected to be covered under SCOMET

August 14, 2025 1251 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issues new guidelines for exporting SCOMET items, outlining a process for classification, clarifying the role of DGFT, and introducing an AEO status for dual-use goods.

CAAR Refrains from Ruling on Supari Classification

August 14, 2025 321 Views 0 comment Print

The Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR) in Mumbai has opted not to issue a ruling on the classification of processed supari, citing a pending case.

HC Ruling Bars Renewal of Apple India’s Advance Classification Order: CAAR Mumbai

August 12, 2025 525 Views 0 comment Print

Apple India’s request to amend a customs ruling on the classification of its HomePod was denied. The Customs Authority cited a previous court decision on similar devices.

Automotive Inverter Assembly Units Classifiable Under 85044090: CAAR Delhi

August 12, 2025 918 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Delhi classifies Mitsubishi Electric’s Inverter Assembly Units for hybrid vehicles under 8504 40 90 and confirms eligibility for duty exemption under India-Japan CEPA.

Upgradation from AEO-T2 to AEO-T3 – Eligibility, Conditions & Clarification

August 6, 2025 2280 Views 0 comment Print

A summary of the eligibility criteria for the AEO-T3 certificate, outlining requirements for continuous AEO-T2 status or business partner certifications, and its associated benefits.

Anti-Dumping Duty on Flax Fabric Extended to 9th February, 2026

August 6, 2025 1131 Views 0 comment Print

The Ministry of Finance extends anti-dumping duty on Flax Fabric from China and Hong Kong until February 9, 2026, following a recent review.

Customs Notifies New Officers and entry points for Food Imports

August 6, 2025 1224 Views 0 comment Print

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs has notified the addition of six new entry points for food imports, along with the authorized officers responsible for clearance at these locations.

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