17 January 2011
this occurs at the time of import.
Demurrage is a charge which is taken by Custom Authority of India. The moment goods / container will land in India charges will be started up to five days .
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17 January 2011
Basically these charges are not willingly incurred. It is levied by custom authorities or transporters for delay in taking delivery of goods from the port or from transporters.