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Custom Duty : The article explains how the MOOWR Scheme allows manufacturers to defer customs duty and IGST while detailing eligibility, complia...
Custom Duty : Anti-dumping duty protects local manufacturers from unfairly cheap imports that can damage domestic markets. The article explains ...
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...
Custom Duty : Emergency customs relaxations introduced during the maritime crisis expire on 30 April 2026, leaving exporters uncertain. The fram...
Custom Duty : Highlights how the EMI Scheme allows businesses to defer duty payments, easing working capital pressure while improving operationa...
Custom Duty : The Government has extended the full customs duty exemption on critical petrochemical imports until 15 July 2026 because of contin...
Custom Duty : The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement became operational on 1 June 2026 after completion of required proce...
Custom Duty : CBIC has allowed Eligible Manufacturer Importers to avail deferred payment of customs duty from 1 April 2026. The circular outline...
Custom Duty : The new rules enhance duty-free allowances and introduce digital declarations. The overhaul aims to speed up clearance and improve...
Custom Duty : New baggage rules and processing regulations are notified, replacing earlier frameworks and aligning customs procedures for passen...
Custom Duty : CAAR classified complete prosthetic joints as artificial joints and held the imported implants ineligible for exemption under Noti...
Custom Duty : CAAR held ITC (HS) code matching is not mandatory for DFIA imports if goods match DFIA description and satisfy Notification 25/202...
Custom Duty : CAAR ruled that matching ITC (HS) codes is unnecessary if imported goods match the DFIA description and comply with quantity and v...
Custom Duty : CAAR held that exported resultant goods qualify for proportionate duty remission under the MOOWR framework despite domestic sale o...
Custom Duty : CAAR ruled complete filtration assemblies with integrated components are classifiable as parts of filtering machinery under CTH 84...
Custom Duty : CBIC has introduced a uniform Deficiency Memo format for Section 74 drawback claims, standardizing document requirements and claim...
Custom Duty : CBIC has directed provisional assessment of imports of Glufosinate and its salt from China pending the anti-absorption review. Imp...
Custom Duty : CBIC has directed provisional assessment of Insoluble Sulphur imports from China while the anti-absorption review remains pending....
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...
Custom Duty : CBIC notifies India-UK trade agreement origin rules from 15 July 2026, prescribing origin criteria, QVC tests and preferential tar...
CBIC extended the validity of multiple customs circulars issued under Section 143AA until 30 June 2026 because of ongoing maritime disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
CBIC has mandated system identification and expedited clearance of hazardous cargo through flagged Bills of Entry. Importers must declare hazardous goods at item level from 01 July 2026.
The article argues that the sharp increase in gold import duty was triggered by pressure on India’s forex reserves, rising oil prices, and widening dollar outflows. It claims the move may revive smuggling, hurt the jewellery sector, and expose deeper weaknesses in economic management.
CAAR Mumbai refused to entertain an advance ruling application on roasted areca nuts after noting that the classification issue had already been decided by the Madras High Court. The Authority applied the statutory bar under Section 28-I(2)(b) of the Customs Act.
CAAR Mumbai rejected an advance ruling application after holding that the classification issue relating to roasted areca nuts had already been decided by the Madras High Court. The Authority applied the statutory bar under Section 28-I(2)(b) of the Customs Act.7
The Customs Authority for Advance Ruling held that the classification dispute concerning roasted betel and areca nuts had already been decided in earlier court proceedings. The applications were therefore rejected as barred by law.
Notification 18/2026 amends concessional customs rates under India-UAE CEPA effective 13 May 2026. Importers claiming India-UAE CEPA benefits to face revised tariff concession structure under latest amendment.
Ministry of Finance hikes concessional import duty on gold, silver and platinum from 4.35% to 10% under Notification 57/2000-Customs effective 13 May 2026.
Customs Notification 16/2026 Changes AIDC Structure for Gold, Silver and Platinum Imports – New customs notification modifies AIDC rates for bullion, jewellery components and recycled precious metal imports.
The Government has raised customs duty from 5% to 10% on several precious metals and related tariff items through Notification No. 15/2026-Customs. The amendment also introduces a special provision for spent catalyst and ash containing precious metals.
