Customs duty on import of Remdesivir injection, Remdesivir API and Beta Cyclodextrin (SBEBCD) used in the manufacture of Remdesivir, up to 31st October, 2021

Last updated: 21 April 2021

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The Indian government has extended the customs duty exemption for Remdesivir injections, the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for Remdesivir, and Beta Cyclodextrin (SBEBCD) used in its manufacture. This exemption applies to imports into India and is valid until 31st October 2021. The exemption is granted under specific conditions, including adherence to the Customs (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate of Duty) Rules, 2017 for SBEBCD.

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE (DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE) Notification No. 27/2021-Customs New Delhi, the 20thApril, 2021 G.S.R. (E).- In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 25 of the Customs Act, 1962 (52 of 1962), the Central Government, on being sat

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1 Year PLAN

1999

(Excl. of GST ₹359)

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2 Years PLAN

3499

(Excl. of GST ₹629)

3 Months PLAN

999

(Excl. of GST ₹179)

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FAQ :

The exemption covers Remdesivir injections, Remdesivir Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), and Beta Cyclodextrin (SBEBCD) when used in the manufacture of Remdesivir.

This notification remains in force up to and including 31st October 2021.

The exemption is issued by the Central Government of India, Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue).

Yes, for Beta Cyclodextrin (SBEBCD) used in the manufacture of Remdesivir, the importer must follow the procedure set out in the Customs (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate of Duty) Rules, 2017.