DGFT & CBIC Updates: Key Trade Compliance Changes from 06 June to 12 June 2026

Trade compliance in India continues to evolve with regular updates from government authorities. Between 06 June and 12 June 2026, the Ministry of Finance and CBIC issued key notifications covering customs duty relief, tariff value updates, anti-dumping duty, countervailing duty, adjudication appointments, nuclear power goods relief, and central excise changes for ethanol blended petrol.

These updates are important for importers, exporters, customs brokers, CHAs, manufacturers, fuel businesses, and trade compliance teams, as they can directly impact duty calculation, documentation, filing accuracy, import cost planning, and customs clearance.

Note: This blog is based on the notifications shared for this period. The uploaded notifications mainly cover CBIC, Customs, and Central Excise updates.

1. Customs Duty Relief Notified for Goods Under HS Code 26020010

The Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 21/2026-Customs, dated 9th June 2026, amending Notification No. 62/2022-Customs.

Through this amendment, a new entry has been inserted under S. No. 825A for goods falling under HS Code 26020010. The customs duty rate for all goods under this heading has been notified as 0.0%.

This update provides duty relief for imports covered under the specified tariff heading. Importers dealing with goods under HS Code 26020010 should review the notification carefully and ensure that duty calculation and Bill of Entry filing are aligned with the latest amendment.

2. Anti-Dumping Duty Extended Till 15th December 2026

The Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 10/2026-Customs (ADD), dated 10th June 2026, amending Notification No. 51/2021-Customs (ADD).

As per the amendment, the anti-dumping duty imposed under the earlier notification will remain in force up to and inclusive of 15th December 2026, unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier.

This extension keeps the existing anti-dumping duty framework active for the notified goods. Importers should check whether their goods are covered under the relevant anti-dumping duty notification before planning import costs or filing import documents.

3. Countervailing Duty Extended Till 23rd March 2027

Through Notification No. 3/2026-Customs (CVD), dated 10th June 2026, the Ministry of Finance amended Notification No. 4/2021-Customs (CVD).

The countervailing duty imposed under the earlier notification will remain in force up to and inclusive of 23rd March 2027, unless revoked, superseded, or amended earlier.

Countervailing duty is generally imposed to address subsidized imports. Businesses importing goods covered under this notification should continue to factor the applicable CVD into their landed cost, pricing, and compliance planning.

4. Customs Duty Relief for Nuclear Power Goods

The Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 53/2026-Customs (N.T.), dated 11th June 2026, related to goods imported for the generation of nuclear power.

The notification applies to goods falling under tariff item 8401 30 00. It directs that customs duty payable, if any, on the import of the specified goods during the period from 1st April 2019 to 31st January 2026 shall not be required to be paid.

This notification regularizes the non-levy of customs duty for the specified period. Businesses handling imports for nuclear power generation should review whether their past or relevant imports fall within the covered tariff item and period.

5. Tariff Values Updated for Edible Oils, Gold, Silver, Brass Scrap and Areca Nuts

CBIC issued Notification No. 54/2026-Customs (N.T.), dated 11th June 2026, amending Notification No. 36/2001-Customs (N.T.).

The notification updates tariff values for selected imported goods, including:

• Crude Palm Oil

• RBD Palm Oil

• Palmolein

• Crude Soybean Oil

• Brass Scrap

• Gold

• Silver

• Areca Nuts

Some key tariff values include US$ 1218 per metric tonne for Crude Palm Oil, US$ 1343 per 10 grams for Gold, US$ 2092 per kilogram for Silver, US$ 7655 per metric tonne for Brass Scrap, and US$ 9155 per metric tonne for Areca Nuts.

This notification comes into effect from 12th June 2026.

Tariff values are important because they are used for customs duty calculation on notified goods. Importers dealing with edible oils, precious metals, brass scrap, or areca nuts should ensure that their systems, declarations, and duty calculations reflect the latest notified values.

7. Central Excise Updates for Ethanol Blended Petrol

The Ministry of Finance also issued multiple Central Excise notifications on 10th June 2026 related to ethanol blended petrol under tariff item 2710 12.

These notifications cover 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol blended petrol, provided the blend conforms to Bureau of Indian Standards specification IS 19850.

Notification No. 26/2026-Central Excise

Notification No. 26/2026-Central Excise amends Notification No. 11/2017-Central Excise and inserts new entries for 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol blended petrol.

The rate for these specified ethanol blended petrol categories has been notified as Nil, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.

Notification No. 27/2026-Central Excise

Notification No. 27/2026-Central Excise amends Notification No. 28/2002-Central Excise and inserts entries for 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol blended petrol.

The notification provides Nil rate treatment under the relevant excise framework, along with explanations covering appropriate excise duties and applicable GST-related taxes.

Notification No. 28/2026-Central Excise

Notification No. 28/2026-Central Excise provides exemption for specified ethanol blended petrol from additional duty of excise, including Road and Infrastructure Cess, beyond the notified Nil rate.

This applies to 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol blended petrol under tariff item 2710 12, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.

Notification No. 29/2026-Central Excise

Notification No. 29/2026-Central Excise amends Notification No. 03/2021-Central Excise and inserts entries for 22%, 25%, 27%, and 30% ethanol blended petrol.

The applicable rate for these specified blends has been notified as Nil.

These Central Excise updates are important for businesses involved in petroleum products, ethanol blending, fuel distribution, and excise compliance. They help align the duty structure for higher ethanol fuel blends and provide clearer treatment for notified petrol-ethanol blends.

Why These Updates Matter for Trade Compliance

Trade compliance teams need to track every notification carefully because even one missed update can affect filing accuracy and business cost.

These updates can impact:

• Customs duty calculation

• Bill of Entry filing

• HS code mapping

• Import cost planning

• Anti-dumping duty applicability

• Countervailing duty applicability

• Tariff value declaration

• Duty exemption claims

• Adjudication tracking

• Excise treatment for ethanol blended petrol

• Compliance documentation

• Clearance timelines

For importers, exporters, CHAs, customs brokers, manufacturers, and fuel businesses, staying updated with such notifications is essential for smoother operations and stronger compliance readiness.

Conclusion

The trade compliance updates issued between 06 June and 12 June 2026 highlight the importance of continuous monitoring of Customs, CBIC, and Central Excise notifications.

From customs duty relief and tariff value updates to anti-dumping duty, countervailing duty, adjudication appointments, nuclear power goods relief, and ethanol blended petrol exemptions, each update can influence business decisions and compliance workflows.

Businesses should review these notifications carefully and ensure their internal systems, customs documentation, duty calculations, and filing processes are aligned with the latest changes.

Staying informed is not just about compliance. It helps businesses avoid errors, reduce delays, plan costs better, and keep trade operations moving smoothly.