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The Ministry of Finance has issued Notification No. 53/2026-Customs (N.T.), clarifying that customs duty will not be payable on certain nuclear power generation equipment imported into India between April 1, 2019, and January 31, 2026. The notification, issued by the Department of Revenue on June 11, 2026, addresses a long-standing industry practice regarding the import of goods classified under tariff item 8401 30 00, which are used for the generation of nuclear power. Background of the Exe
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FAQ :
The Ministry of Finance has announced that customs duty will not be payable on certain nuclear power generation equipment imported into India between April 1, 2019, and January 31, 2026.
The exemption applies to goods classified under tariff item 8401 30 00, which are used for the generation of nuclear power.
The waiver covers imports made during the period from April 1, 2019, to January 31, 2026.
No, importers of eligible nuclear power generation equipment will not face retrospective customs duty demands for imports made during the specified period.
The notification provides legal certainty and relief to businesses, avoiding disputes and reducing compliance burdens, thereby supporting India's nuclear energy infrastructure and clean energy goals.
The Central Government invoked powers under Section 28A of the Customs Act, 1962, to issue this directive.
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