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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


ADD Imposed on Cellophane Transparent Film import from China

October 22, 2024 1734 Views 0 comment Print

India imposes anti-dumping duty on Cellophane Transparent Film imports from China for 5 years to protect domestic industry as per DGTR findings.

Anti-Dumping Duty Imposed on TPU Imports from China

October 22, 2024 7860 Views 0 comment Print

Govt imposes Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) on Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) imported from China PR for 5 years pursuant to final findings of DGTR vide Notification No. 19/2024-Customs (ADD) Dated: 22nd October, 2024.

Govt amends Export Duty on Certain Varieties of rice

October 22, 2024 1104 Views 0 comment Print

Government amends export duty on certain rice varieties to ‘nil’ under Notification 46/2024-Customs. Effective immediately per Customs Act 1962.

Guidelines for ETA Issuance of Wireless Equipment Devices

October 22, 2024 2415 Views 0 comment Print

New instructions for Equipment Type Approval (ETA) streamline license-exempt wireless device applications via SARAL Sanchar portal.

Classification of Vitamin Premixes for Animal Feed – CAAR Mumbai

October 22, 2024 2919 Views 0 comment Print

BASF’s classification dispute on vitamin premixes for animal feed led to a Customs ruling and High Court remand for reconsideration. Full case details here.

Enviva E0 101G falls Under Heading 2309 as Animal Feed Premix: CAAR Delhi

October 22, 2024 810 Views 0 comment Print

Enviva E0 101G, a phytogenic blend used in animal feed, is classified under Heading 2309 due to its role as a premix for improving animal health and nutrition.

Advance Ruling on Valuation of Arista’s Service Spare Parts

October 22, 2024 969 Views 0 comment Print

CAAR Delhi ruled on customs valuation of Arista Networks’ service parts under the Residual Value Method, analyzing rules from 3 to 9 of the Customs Valuation Rules.

Clarification on debiting of Restricted License for import of IT Hardware

October 21, 2024 1014 Views 0 comment Print

The Customs Office issued a notice clarifying the process for debiting licenses for importing restricted IT hardware, effective immediately.

India Imposes 5-Year Anti-Dumping Duty on Unframed Glass Mirrors from China

October 21, 2024 6567 Views 0 comment Print

India imposes a 5-year anti-dumping duty on unframed glass mirrors from China to protect domestic industry. Effective as per Customs Notification No. 18/2024 dated 21st October.

Clarification on origin procedures under free trade agreements (FTAs)

October 21, 2024 3186 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC issues guidance on third-party invoicing under FTAs, addressing origin verification challenges for imported goods.

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