Paperless Export Examination enables immediate mobile submission of examination reports and digital export clearance workflows.
Announcement of an Android-based ICETAB application enabling examining officers to access ICES from cargo sheds and submit examination reports immediately, with in-device photo preview, access to Shipping Bill details, e-sanchit documents, RMS instructions and examination orders to facilitate a paperless export examination and clearance process; ICEGATE Helpdesk provided for technical support.

Disposal of uncleared export goods via e-auction under prescribed custodian procedures; sale proceeds governed by statutory allocation.
A one-time administrative arrangement permits custodians to auction uncleared export cargo entered for export up to 31.03.2025, excluding consignments under seizure, investigation hold, or court order. Custodians must list eligible consignments, serve at least three auction notices with specified intervals, compile individual consignment files, obtain required statutory NOCs and analyses, arrange destruction of unfit goods at their expense, procure valuations from two government-approved valuers, fix reserve price via a Disposal/Export Assessment committee, conduct disposal by e-auction, and ensure sale proceeds are handled as per section 150 of the Customs Act, 1962, with completion by 31.12.2025.

Importers of plastic raw material must be registered on the Centralized EPR Portal; verification required at customs clearance.
Importers of plastic raw material must be registered on the Centralized EPR Portal for Plastic Packaging under the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2024 and Section 6 of the EPR Guidelines. Officers are to verify proof of such registration at the time of customs clearance for consignments of plastic raw material, and administrative instructions should be issued to sensitize personnel to this verification requirement.

Port restriction on Bangladesh textile imports now allows entry only via Nhava Sheva Seaport, barring land border importation.
A new import restriction prohibits specified jute and flax related goods from Bangladesh being imported via any land port on the India-Bangladesh border and allows their entry only through Nhava Sheva Seaport. The rule lists affected HS codes and takes immediate effect; exports from Bangladesh transiting through India to Nepal/Bhutan are exempt, but re export of those goods from Nepal/Bhutan back into India is not permitted. Customs authorities are instructed to implement and report difficulties.

Discontinuation of service centres requires trade to adopt online webform filing and consult the ICEGATE user manual.
Discontinuation of physical Service Centres and migration to an online filing regime is announced, requiring all trade participants to use newly developed webforms for submission of documents previously lodged at Service Centres. Trade participants are directed to prepare for the change, with a detailed user manual available on the ICEGATE portal, and to report any difficulties to the Customs office.

Self-sealing exports now follow a simplified email application; existing permissions stay valid unless withdrawn for non-compliance.
A simplified e-mail-based procedure replaces the earlier renewal regime: existing Self-Sealing Permissions need not be renewed and remain valid until withdrawn for non-compliance. Fresh SSP and port registration applications must be emailed to DOCKS-ADMN with the documents listed in Facility Circular No.13/2017; port registration from other jurisdictions requires SSP letter and Annexure B. SSP/registration are port-specific; use of RFID e-seals from CBIC-nominated vendors and mandatory upload of stuffing/seal photographs in PDF to e-sanchit (category 7880FS) are required. Amendments to permissions require prior approval.

Petroleum product imports under CTH 27101951-27101990 now require representative sampling and CRCL testing with limited exceptions.
Representative sealed samples of petroleum consignments in the specified tariff range must be drawn and sent to CRCL for testing; assessing officers may require testing where classification is doubtful. Exceptions allow final or provisional second-check assessment when importer demonstrates manufacturer/actual-user status and uploads a valid Previous Test Report (not older than six months) or where AEO Tier 2/3 holders submit PTRs or original manufacturer certificates covering standardized test parameters. Facilitation is denied on specific intelligence, suspicion of mis-declaration, or system interdiction; clearance depends on verification of test reports and regulatory compliance.

Sample submission requirements: trade-name samples must include composition, testing methods, reference materials and manufacturer details for lab analysis.
Samples described by trade names for chemical examination must be submitted with scientific/technical literature stating exact chemical composition, physiochemical properties and analytical data; the method of testing and a certified reference material where applicable; supporting evidence for claims or comparisons; and the generic name and manufacturer/brand owner when trade names are used. These documents must be provided to the examining officer at online consignment entry and forwarded with the test memo and sample to the DYCC/JNCH Laboratory sample cell.

NOC validity extension for imported alcoholic beverages grants one-year validity and permits re-validation via visual inspection.
Extension of the validity of the import NOC for alcoholic beverages bottled in origin and in bulk is prescribed to be 365 days where the consignment contains more than ten percent alcohol and no expiry date is present; consignments beyond that period in ports' Customs areas may be re-validated through visual inspection on payment of the visual inspection fee.

Import policy change: colloidal and precious metal compounds moved from free to restricted, effective immediately.
Import policy for colloidal precious metals and related precious metal compounds under Chapter 28 (CTH 2843) is amended: specified ITC(HS) subheadings previously "Free" are now designated "Restricted". The amendment lists colloidal gold and silver, silver and gold compounds, noble metal solutions, specified thiosulphates and amalgams, and takes effect immediately. Customs officers are to sensitize staff and report implementation difficulties to the Board, with administrative action required to enforce the new restricted import regime.

Import Policy: restriction on precious metal alloys with elevated gold content now requires licensing and customs control.
The Import Policy for ITC(HS) codes 71102100, 71102900, 71103100, 71103900, 71104100 and 71104900 is Free, except that imports of Palladium, Rhodium and Iridium alloys containing gold in excess of one percent by weight are classified as Restricted. The amendment, effected by Notification No. 18/2025-26 under the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 and incorporated into Schedule I (Chapter 71) of ITC (HS) 2022, is immediately effective and requires customs authorities to implement and report difficulties to the Board.

ICETAB use for export examinations streamlines clearance, eliminating paper documentation and mandating digital reports with image uploads.
ICETAB is to be used for exports examination and clearance, enabling officers to view Shipping Bills, examination orders, RMS instructions and supporting documents electronically and eliminating the need for paper documents. Examining officers must enter examination reports on ICETAB and may upload four cargo images, which will be stored in the e-sanchit repository. DG Systems will issue a detailed advisory; exigent departures require prior Assistant Commissioner permission recorded in the system, and Commissioners must review and resolve operational issues weekly in coordination with DG Systems.

Steel imports must meet mapped Indian Standards and register on SIMS for B/Ls dated on or after 16 June 2025.
Requires import consignments of steel and steel products to comply with the Indian Standards mapped to those products and to the corresponding input materials under the QCO; the mapping is enclosed and the requirement, including mandatory SIMS portal registration where applicable, applies to imports with Bills of Lading dated on or after 16 June 2025.

Empanelment of chartered engineers: listed experts must be used for inspections; noncompliance risks suspension and penalties.
Empanelment is confirmed for specified chartered engineers for inspection and valuation of second hand machinery/goods; importers and brokers must use only these empanelled engineers, pay their service fees, and ensure inspections are conducted by the empanelled engineer after prior permission. Engineers must submit prescribed half yearly appraisals; submission of incorrect information or valuation may lead to suspension or cancellation from the panel and attract penal provisions under the Customs Act. Public Notice No. 217/2022 is superseded.

Cancellation of AA and EPCG bonds requires specified documents, EDI verification, and strict 10/30 day processing timelines.
Procedure for cancellation of AA and EPCG bonds requires submission of specified self attested documents (EODC/Redemption Letter, ANF certified by Chartered Accountant, installation certificate where applicable, and authorization/license with condition sheet). Officers must verify records via ICES/ADVAIT and resolve any non reflecting EODC with issuing authorities or DG Systems. Processing timelines require return of bond/security within 10 days where no checks are needed and within 30 days in other non investigative cases, with bond cancellation in EDI preceding email communication to the authorisation holder and bank. EPM section must perform monthly 5% random verifications and maintain reports.

Transit procedure for Bhutan bound urgent consignments: sea cargo may be moved via Kolkata air cargo under sealed preventive escort and transshipment rules.
Bhutan bound small and urgent non containerized consignments (including medicines, medical and scientific equipment and personal effects) arriving by sea may be sealed after percentage check by the Superintendent of Customs at Docks/CFS and transported under preventive escort to NSCBI Airport, Kolkata for transshipment. At the Air Cargo Complex the preventive officer will hand over sealed cargo to the transshipment officer after seal verification; labeling/relabeling and deposit in the Transshipment Shed by IFO/EFO follow. Carriers must submit transshipment applications with invoice, packing list, MAWB and LOG (CTM by airlines treated as application) for approval by the Deputy/Assistant Commissioner (Transshipment); the Superintendent (Transshipment) authorizes release and export, and the Air Manifest (EGM) is recorded on the LOG for reconciliation by the Nepal Bhutan Unit.

SCOMET applicability clarifications consolidated; officials must use the repository and individually verify item coverage and end use.
A consolidated repository of SCOMET applicability clarifications is available on the CBIC website and will be periodically updated. These clarifications are for reference only; each item must be examined individually by specification and end use to determine SCOMET coverage. Officers should be sensitized for strict compliance with export policy conditions and report difficulties to the Board.

Customs notice upload compliance requires mandatory website publication of SCNs and Orders-in-Original through the EDI process.
All Show Cause cum Demand Notices and Orders-in-Original issued by authorities at JNCH from 1 June 2025 onwards must be compulsorily uploaded on the JNCH website. Copies of such SCNs and Orders-in-Original are to be forwarded to the EDI Section by email along with an Excel file containing the prescribed details, including the notice or order number, date and party name. Difficulties in implementation are to be reported to the Joint Commissioner of Customs, EDI.

EPCG and Advance Authorization bond closure requires listed documents and email to expedite bank guarantee return and avoid deficiencies.
Authorization Holders seeking closure of bonds and return of Bank Guarantees under EPCG must submit self attested copies of: Export Obligation Discharge Certificate/Redemption Letter, ANF 5B certified by a Chartered Accountant, Installation Certificate by a Chartered Engineer or jurisdictional Customs authority, and the Authorization with Condition Sheet. For Advance Authorization, submit Export Obligation Discharge Certificate/Redemption Letter, ANF 4F certified by a Chartered Accountant, and the Authorization with Condition Sheet. Provide an email address for electronic communication of closure or deficiencies.

Approved establishment list updated for Bhutan; customs instruction partially modified and officers must implement unchanged certification requirements.
An agreement implementation updates the approved Bhutanese establishments list for imports while confirming that the format of the Health Certificate and the list of authorized signatories remain unchanged; existing import compliance requirements continue to apply. The instruction partially modifies the earlier customs circular to incorporate the updated list and directs officials to sensitize subordinate officers, with a request to report any implementation difficulties to the Board.