Is Ex.duty applicable for export?

[somasuntharam amp]

Hello Sir,

This is Soma from Madurai. I have just started exporting Blood collection tube (medical lab items) to SA.

I purchase from Gujarat manufacturer and export from Mumbai air port. My query is the manufacturer is charging ex.duty and sales tax in my invoice. As per my knowledge no duty or tax will be charged for exporter, right? I do not have any exact proof to convince the manufacturer. So, please clarify/advice me on this. Expecting your reply asap. Thanks

AI Summary

Exemption from excise duty: exporters may use bonds and CT-1 certificates or claim rebate after paying duty.
A merchant exporter can procure excisable goods duty-free by executing a B-1 bond and obtaining CT-1 certificates to furnish to the manufacturer so goods are released for export under bond; alternatively, goods may be taken on payment of duty with the exporter claiming rebate of excise duty on exported goods or the manufacturer claiming rebate and issuing a disclaimer certificate.