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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


Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025

January 15, 2025 1476 Views 0 comment Print

 CBIC amends Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations, 2018. Updates include extending a key deadline to March 31, 2025, effective from Gazette publication.

Customs Notification 01/2025: New Cargo Facility at Virudhunagar, Ahmedabad

January 14, 2025 1656 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC updates Customs Notification 12/97, adding Virudhunagar, Ahmedabad to Gujarat for unloading imports and loading exports. Effective from January 14, 2025.

Mandatory Rollout of SCMTR Regulations from January 16, 2025

January 10, 2025 1725 Views 0 comment Print

SCMTR formats mandatory at all Indian sea ports and ICDs from January 16, 2025. Stakeholders advised to transition for smooth compliance and avoid errors.

Classification of Textile Rolls under Customs Tariff Act

January 10, 2025 906 Views 0 comment Print

Explore CAAR Mumbai’s ruling on classifying nylon, polyester, and satin rolls as labels under Heading 5807 of the Customs Tariff Act, aligning with IGST regulations.

Advance Ruling on Classification of Glucometers by CAAR

January 10, 2025 1452 Views 0 comment Print

 CAAR Mumbai rules that glucometers like Accu-Chek are classifiable under HS Code 9018 19 90 as electro-medical apparatus, with duty rates subject to CBIC notifications.

 Classification of Food Emulsifier Grindsted PGE 55-M by CAAR

January 10, 2025 1035 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Delhi ruled Grindsted PGE 55-M, a food emulsifier, is classifiable under Tariff Item 3404 90 39. Analysis of its composition, properties, and classification process.

Classification of Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate Under Customs Tariff

January 10, 2025 1008 Views 0 comment Print

In re Danisco India Pvt. Ltd. (CAAR Delhi) Customs Authority for Advance Rulings (CAAR), Delhi, analyzed the classification of “Grindsted SSL P 70 Veg,” a food emulsifying agent primarily composed of Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate. The product is manufactured through a chemical reaction involving stearic acid and lactic acid, resulting in a waxy material widely used […]

Classification of GRINDSTED PGMS 86 Under CTH 3404

January 10, 2025 735 Views 0 comment Print

 Detailed analysis of GRINDSTED PGMS 86 used in food as an emulsifier. Examines classification under CTH 3404 based on chemical and physical properties.

Classification of Food Emulsifier Grindsted PS 101-M by CAAR

January 10, 2025 789 Views 0 comment Print

Detailed ruling by CAAR Delhi on the classification of Grindsted PS 101-M, a food emulsifier under CTSH 1516 20 91. Analysis includes composition and tariff notes.

Customs Issues Order on PQ Clearance for Processed Imports

January 3, 2025 4629 Views 0 comment Print

Customs clarifies that processed plant products exempt from PQ clearance under specified categories do not require unnecessary NOCs, streamlining import processes.

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