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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


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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


Raw Cotton Imports Exempt from BCD and AIDC Till 31st October 2026

May 30, 2026 888 Views 0 comment Print

A new customs notification grants full exemption from customs duty and Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess on cotton imports. The relief is available for imports made between June and October 2026.

Customs Tariff (Determination of Origin of Goods under CEPA between India & Oman) Rules, 2026

May 29, 2026 924 Views 0 comment Print

The Government has notified detailed Rules of Origin under the India–Oman CEPA to determine which goods qualify for preferential customs duty treatment. The key takeaway is that importers and exporters must satisfy prescribed origin criteria to claim tariff concessions.

CBIC Revises Customs Tariff Values for Palm Oil, Soybean Oil and Brass Scrap from May 30, 2026

May 29, 2026 1440 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC has updated tariff values for edible oils and brass scrap under Section 14 of the Customs Act. The notification revises benchmark customs values effective from 30 May 2026 while retaining existing values for gold and areca nuts.

Anti-Dumping Duty Extended Till November 2026 Through Fresh Customs Amendment

May 22, 2026 804 Views 1 comment Print

The Ministry of Finance amended the earlier customs notification to continue anti-dumping duty for an extended period. The notification clarifies that the levy will remain effective unless superseded, revoked, or amended before expiry.

India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Monoisopropylamine Imports From China

May 22, 2026 621 Views 0 comment Print

The government imposed anti-dumping duty on Monoisopropylamine imports after finding that Chinese exports were dumped below normal value. The notification aims to protect domestic manufacturers from price undercutting and material injury.

Anti-Dumping Duty

May 21, 2026 624 Views 0 comment Print

Anti-dumping duty protects local manufacturers from unfairly cheap imports that can damage domestic markets. The article explains its purpose, benefits, risks, and role in maintaining fair trade practices.

CBIC Revises Tariff Values for Gold, Silver & Edible Oils from May 20, 2026

May 19, 2026 1131 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issued Notification No. 47/2026-Customs (N.T.) continuing existing tariff values for key imported commodities including palm oil, gold, silver, and brass scrap. The notification clarifies applicable customs valuation rates effective from 20 May 2026.

Provisional Assessment Ordered Pending New Shipper Review of Chinese Solar Frame Imports

May 19, 2026 438 Views 0 comment Print

The Central Government directed provisional assessment of imports of anodized aluminium frames for solar panels from a Chinese exporter during an ongoing new shipper review. Importers may face retrospective anti-dumping duty liability depending on the final outcome of the investigation.

CBIC Ends Mandatory Physical Boarding for Vessel Entry & Sail-Out Clearance

May 15, 2026 867 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC has clarified that Entry Inward and Vessel Sail-out Clearance cannot be delayed due to pending physical boarding of customs officers. The circular aims to reduce cargo operation delays and streamline port clearances through digital processes.

CBIC Revises Tariff Values for Gold, Silver & Edible Oils from May 16, 2026

May 15, 2026 1026 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC has updated customs tariff values for gold, silver, palm oil, soybean oil, and brass scrap through Notification No. 46/2026-Customs (N.T.). The revised rates will apply from 16 May 2026 for import valuation purposes.

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