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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 10287 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 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 189 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 552 Views 0 comment Print


Phase-Wise Implementation of SCMTR at Indian Ports

August 31, 2024 2199 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC announces phase-wise implementation of Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations (SCMTR) at Indian ports starting from September 2024.

Customs Tariff Values Updated for Oils, Metals & Nuts WEF 31st August, 2024

August 30, 2024 837 Views 0 comment Print

India revises customs tariff values for palm oil, soya bean oil, gold, silver, brass scrap, and areca nuts, effective August 31, 2024, under the Customs Act, 1962.

Streamlining Faceless Assessment for Importers: Chennai Customs

August 28, 2024 765 Views 0 comment Print

Chennai Customs issues guidelines for expediting faceless assessment. Ensure correct and timely submission of documents to avoid delays.

Mandatory additional qualifiers in import declarations in respect of coking/ non-coking coal

August 28, 2024 639 Views 0 comment Print

Suggestions invited for new mandatory qualifiers in coal import declarations. Comments on the draft Circular are due by 12.09.2024. Details enclosed.

Circular on Automation of Customs Rules for EOUs Starting 01.09.2024

August 25, 2024 2445 Views 0 comment Print

Starting September 1, 2024, EOUs must use the new automation for IGCRS Rules. Register IGCR Identification Number (IIN) via ICEGATE for customs clearances.

Revised Duty Drawback Rates for Gold and Silver Jewelry

August 23, 2024 2355 Views 0 comment Print

The Indian government amends duty drawback rates for gold and silver jewelry with Notification No. 55/2024-Customs (N.T.), effective August 23, 2024.

India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on CPVC from China and Korea

August 23, 2024 3045 Views 0 comment Print

India extends anti-dumping duty on CPVC imports from China and Korea for five years to protect domestic industry from unfair pricing.

Streamlining of the first-time importer mapping with regards to DPD facility

August 23, 2024 816 Views 0 comment Print

Streamlining DPD registration for first-time importers at JNCH with updated verification via Advait. Previous notices modified; contact DPD Cell for issues.

CAAR Ruling: BMW India’s In-House Axle Assembly and Import Classification

August 22, 2024 2049 Views 0 comment Print

BMW India imports will not be classified as ‘Motor Vehicles’ or CKD kits but under their respective headings/sub-headings of the Customs Tariff Act.

CBIC Circular on ICETABs for Efficient Customs Clearance

August 20, 2024 3459 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC introduces ICETABs for faster, paperless customs cargo examination. New process enhances transparency and reduces clearance time. Learn more in Circular 10/2024.

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