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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 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


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 36 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


Roller & Sorter Conveyors falls under CTI 84282019 as Other conveyors: CAAR

July 31, 2025 297 Views 0 comment Print

The CAAR has ruled that roller and sorter conveyors imported by Daifuku Intralogistics are to be classified as “Other conveyors” under CTI 84282019, not as parts.

 CBIC Appoints Common Authority for Customs Notices

July 29, 2025 1131 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC appoints Principal Commissioner of Customs, ICD Tughlakabad, as common adjudicating authority for multiple customs show cause notices against Angus Dundee India Pvt. Ltd.

ICEGATE Enables Voluntary Customs Payment Online

July 29, 2025 3912 Views 0 comment Print

ICEGATE now supports self-initiated voluntary payments online, replacing manual TR-6 challans at Chennai Air Cargo with digital options from July 19, 2025.

CBIC Introduces Bulk Finalization and Reports Seizures

July 28, 2025 1146 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC launches ICES module for bulk finalization of Bills of Entry and reports major seizures of areca nut and gold, highlighting duty evasion and smuggling.

Chennai Customs Introduces ICETAB for Export

July 28, 2025 1026 Views 0 comment Print

Chennai Customs has issued a public notice introducing ICETABs for export examination and clearance. The new system allows officers to view documents and upload real-time cargo images.

Chennai Port Implements New SCMT Regulations

July 28, 2025 606 Views 0 comment Print

Chennai Port to implement mandatory SDM and SDN messages from August 4, 2025, replacing EGM filing and linking export incentives to compliance.

CAAR Ruling on Areca & Roasted Nuts Classification and Import Rules

July 25, 2025 2124 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Mumbai addresses classification of roasted cashew, areca, almond, and pista nuts, considering judicial precedents and HSN Explanatory Notes.

CAAR Rejects Areca Nut Ruling Plea by Infinity Export

July 25, 2025 288 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Delhi rejects Infinity Export’s advance ruling plea on roasted areca nut classification due to repeated non-appearance at scheduled hearings.

DFIA Scheme: Clarifying Input-Export Correlation Rules

July 24, 2025 1125 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC clarifies DFIA scheme rules: Technical input-export correlation is only for specific items under FTP 2023 para 4.29; other inputs only need name and quantity declaration.

Online MOOWR Scheme Applications Extended to 31st October 2025

July 23, 2025 2811 Views 0 comment Print

India extends the online application facility for the MOOWR Scheme on the Invest India portal until October 31, 2025, ensuring continued digital access for applicants.

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