Importing goods by post: rules on restricted items, CTH 9804 personal imports, duty, KYC, penalties

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....Importation through post via the designated Foreign Post Office permits most goods except specified restricted or prohibited items; restricted goods (e.g., drones, certain microorganisms, bank notes) require DGFT authorization, while prohibited goods (e.g., narcotics, arms, e-cigarettes, obscene material) are not permitted and are liable to confiscation and penalty. Duty depends on consignment type: B2B as per tariff, personal imports generally at 30.98%, and gifts at 43.96%, with personal imports under CIF Rs. 1,000 and certain lifesaving drugs exempt. Personal imports are classified under CTH 9804. Reassessment is possible only before delivery. KYC is mandatory (ID for individuals; GST, IEC, AD Code for companies). Delays may arise from c.........