The UK government has announced an immediate exemption from basic customs duty and health cess on imported ventilators, PPE, COVID-19 test kits, and face/surgical masks. This measure is in response to the urgent need for these items during the COVID-19 pandemic. The exemption will remain in effect until 30th September 2020.
Government Grants exemption from Basic Custom duty Health Cess on import of Ventilators, PPE, COVID Test Kits Face Surgical Masks
In the context of COVID-19 situation, considering the immediate requirement of ventilators and other items,the Central Government has granted exemption from Basic Customs Duty and Health cess, on the import of the following goods, with immediate effect:
Ventilators,
Face masks, surgical Masks,
Personal protection equipment (PPE)
Covid-19 test kits
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