Procedure - importing second hand machinery

[chaganti srinivas]

I need procedure for importing the second hand machinery. Any duty concessions are available?, Please refer any notifications/circulars.

[Guest]

Import of second hand capital goods including refurbished /reconditioned spares, except those of personal computers/laptops,shall be allowed freely, subject to conditions for followingcategories: Import of second hand computers including personal computers/laptops and refurbished / reconditioned spares thereof is restricted. Import of refurbished / reconditioned spares of capital goods, other than those of personal computers/laptops will be allowed on production of a Chartered Engineer certificate that such spares have atleast 80% residual life of original spare. ............ For duty rates or concessions you need to refer the related notification covering the item to be imported.

AI Summary

Importing Second-Hand Machinery Allowed with Exceptions; Refurbished Spares Need Engineer Certification for 80% Residual Life A discussion on the procedure for importing second-hand machinery highlights that such imports, including refurbished or reconditioned spares, are generally permitted except for personal computers and laptops. The import of refurbished or reconditioned spares of other capital goods requires a Chartered Engineer certificate confirming at least 80% residual life. For information on duty rates or concessions, relevant notifications should be consulted.