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  • Customs collectorates to observe extended working hours on June 29-30

    Customs collectorates to observe extended working hours on June 29-30

    KARACHI: Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Friday said that the collectorates of Customs will observe extended working hours on June 29 and 30, 2020 to facilitate trade and business in payment of duty and taxes.

    The FBR said that all filed offices of customs will remain open and observe extended working hours till 10:00 PM on June 29, 2020 (Monday) and till 12:00 midnight on June 30, 2020 (Tuesday) for collection of duty and taxes.

    The FBR directed chief collectors of Customs to establish liaison with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and authorized branches of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) to ensure transfer of the duty and taxes collected by these branches on June 30, 2020 to the respective branches of State Bank of Pakistan on the same date so as to account for the same towards collection for the month of June 2020.

  • Customs barred from auction of cigarettes without health warning

    Customs barred from auction of cigarettes without health warning

    ISLAMABAD: Customs authorities have been barred from auction of confiscated cigarettes without printed health warning.

    The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Tuesday issued draft amendment to Customs Rules 2001. In this regard SRO 554(I)/2020 has been issued to invite comments from stakeholders.

    The FBR proposed amendment to sub-rule (3) of rule 58 of Customs Rules, 2001. The proposed amendment is: “(vi) cigarettes packing whereof does not bear printed graphical health warning in accordance with Section 3 of the Cigarettes (Printing of Warning) Ordinance, 1979.”

    Prior to this proposed amendment, as per sub-rule (3) the following goods shall not be put on auction and be sold or disposed off in the manner as prescribed by the FBR, namely:

    Arms and ammunition;

    Liquor/narcotics and like goods;

    Confiscated books, written material which in obscene, subversive, anti-state or anti-religion;

    Transit goods excluding confiscated goods; and

    Diplomatic cargo excluding confiscated goods.

  • Advance ruling in Customs laws introduced

    Advance ruling in Customs laws introduced

    ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced mechanism of advance ruling to facilitate importers and investors to ensure transparency in clearance process.

    Section 212B has been inserted to the Customs Act, 1969 through Finance Bill, 2020 to introduce advance ruling.

    Section 212B: Advance Ruling.

    (1) An applicant desirous of advance ruling shall make an application in such form and in such manner as may be prescribed under the rules, stating any of the questions as contained in sub-section (2), on which the advance ruling is sought.

    (2) The question on which advance ruling is sought shall be in respect of-

    (i) classification of goods under First Schedule to this Act;

    (ii)determination of origin of the goods under the rules of origin notified for bilateral and multilateral agreements;

    (iii)applicability of notifications issued in respect of duties under this Act or any tax or duty chargeable under any other law for the time being in force in the same manner as duty of customs leviable under this Act; or

    (iv)any other matter as the Board may specify by notification in the official Gazette.

    (3)The advance ruling issued under sub-section (1) shall be binding on the applicant.

    (4)The advance ruling issued under sub-section (1) shall be binding on the customs collectorates for the period specified by the Board in the rules, unless there is a change in law or facts or circumstances on the basis of which the advance ruling was pronounced.

  • Customs duty exempted on import of industrial raw material

    Customs duty exempted on import of industrial raw material

    ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Industries and Production Hammad Azhar announced to exempt customs duties on import of industrial raw material.

    While presenting the Budget 2020/2021, the minister highlighted the key points of changes brought to Customs Act, 1990 through Finance Bill, 2020.

    He said that the government had initiated customs tariff rationalization during the last year and allowed exemptions from customs duties on 1600 tariff lines of raw material.

    In order to reduce cost of production it is suggested that all raw material should be exempted from customs duty from next fiscal year.

    These exemptions has been proposed for import of raw material for manufacturing of chemicals, leather, textile, rubber, fertilizers etc.

    These tariff lines include 20,000 items which are around 20 percent of the total imports.

    Furthermore, he said that customs duty has been reduced on 200 tariff lines on import of raw material and secondary products which, included bleaching, rubber and raw material for home consumption.

    Hammad Azhar on the floor of the National Assembly said that regulatory duty has been reduced to 6 percent from existing 12.5 percent on import of hot rolled coils for encouraging domestic engineering sector.

    He said that the regulatory duty has been reduced on various products in order to discourage smuggling. The minister said that in the past regulatory duty was imposed which resulted in reduction of import of such goods. However, it is observed that some products were imported by Afghanistan and then entered into Pakistani markets.

    Therefore, it is suggested the reduction of regulatory duty on import of cloths, sanitary ware, electrodes, blankets, pad locks etc.

    The government has also abolished duty and taxes on import of diagnostic kits for coronavirus and cancer to provide relief to the masses. Further, duty and taxes have also been abolished on import of special food supplements and dietetic food.

  • Customs auction of vehicles to be held on June 04 at ASO Headquarter

    Customs auction of vehicles to be held on June 04 at ASO Headquarter

    KARACHI: Pakistan Customs has announced auction of used vehicles to be held on June 04, 2020 at Anti-Smuggling Organization (ASO), East Wharf, Karachi.

    Following vehicles will be presented for the auction:

    01. Used Toyota Lexus Car – Reg No. UC-868 -Model-2006-(As per seat Belt), Chassis: JTHBG 963905034702 / Engine EMH-3 GR-FE158467 – 3485 cc.

    02. Used Toyota Harrier Jeep – Reg.No-JAA-454 – Model-1998 – 2999cc, Chassis No-MCU-10-0013510 – Engine No- IMZ-FE6688090.

    03. Used Toyota Mark-II Saloon Car / Reg. No-BBL-708 / Model-2000 / 1800 HP, Chassis No-JZX110-6000922 / Engine No-1JZ-075010

    04. Used Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep – P.White Reg.No. LZN-888 – Model – 1999 – 4663 CC, Chassis No-UZJ 100-0081129 / Engine No- 2 UZ-0132269.

    05. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Jeep – Reg. No. CJ-4242 (Sindh) – Model-1990 – 2446 CC, Chassis No LN130-0026273 / Engine No. 2L-2264058

    06. Used Nissan X-Trail 5 Door Jeep – Pearl White Reg. No. GR-621 – Model-2005 (As per seat Belt Model-2000), Chassis No. NT 30-100374 – Engine No. QR 20 (DE)

    07. Used Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep – ( Petrol ) White Reg. No. BF-5933 – Model-1995 – 4476 CC, Chassis No. FZJ 80-0109507 / Engine No.

    08. Used Mercedes Benz Saloon Car (AG) – Reg.No. # AB 1001, Chassis No-WDB1240312B476728

    09. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Heep – Reg,No. UU-691 – Modle – 1992 – 240CC., Chassis – LN130-7022502 –

    Engine No-3244904

    10. Used Toyota Mark-X Car Reg. No. AQD-567 – Model-2006 – 2499 cc, Chassis # GRX120-3018594 Engine # 4 GR-FSE

    11. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Jeep Reg. # BC-4942 (Sindh) – Model-1993 – 3000 cc, Chassis # KZN130-9021488 – Engine # 1KZ-0040092

    12. Used Mercedes Saloon Car Reg # ZA-030 (Islamabad) – Model-2000 – 3200cc – Colour White, Chassis # WDB1704652F205019 Engine # 1234567

    13. Used Honda Hybrid Saloon Car Reg # AAP-669 (Quetta) – Model-2006 – 1300 cc, Chassis # FD3-1004625 Engine # LDA-1304637

    14. Used BMW Saloon Car ( 320i ) Reg # AAQ-687 (Quetta) – Model-2005 – 1995 cc, Chassis # WBAVA76080NK19520 Engine # A629H507N46B20BA

    15. Used BMW Car ( 735i ) Reg # YG-455 ( Islamabad ) – Model-2003 – Colour Black, Chassis # WBAGL42050DD81475

    16. Used Toyota Crown Royal Saloon Car Reg # AZS-383 – Model-2013 – Colour Silver, Chassis # AWS210-6030122

    17. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Jeep Reg # WAG – 871 (Quetta) – Model-1996 – 2700 cc, Chassis # KZN185-0033706 Engine # 1KZ-0347330

    18. Used Toyota AQUA Car Reg # ADT-722 – Model-2012, Chassis # NHP10-2060843

    19. Used Nissan X-Trail Jeep Reg # WAJ-910 ( Quetta ) – Model-2004, Chassis # NT30-132366

    20. Used Toyota Mark-X car Reg # Fake-SP-046-A – Model-2005 – 2500 cc, Chassis # GRX120-3006864

    21. Used Toyota Land Cruiser VX Jeep Reg # BC-3498 – Model-1993, Chassis # JT111TJ-800701495

    22. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Jeep ( Petrol ) Reg. # BF-0150 – Model-1996, Chassis # VZN185-0024837

    23. Used Toyota Hilux Surf Jeep ( Petrol ) Reg. # BF-1429 – Model-1996, Chassis # RZN185-0006433

  • Huge lot of Afghan transit vehicles to be auctioned on May 15

    Huge lot of Afghan transit vehicles to be auctioned on May 15

    KARACHI: A large number of motor vehicles of Afghan Transit Trade has been offered for auction at Port Muhammad Bin Qasim International Terminal Operator (QICT), Karachi.

    The auction is scheduled for May 15, 2020.

    Following vehicles will be presented for auction:

    S. No.Lot No.DescriptionNo pkgs/Units
    1QAT=01July2011Suzuki Jeep and Motorcycle06 units
    2QAT=08June2011Toyota Corolla car06 units
    3QAT=05June2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    4QAT=03June2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    5QAT=11May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    6QAT=10May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    7QAT=06May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    8QAT=05May2011Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    9QAT=04May2011Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    10QAT=01Jan2011Suzuki STRIMB/Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    11QAT=02Nov2010Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    12QAT=01Nov2010Suzuki Balino05 units
    13QAT=02Sep2010Used Toyota Corolla05 units
    14QAT=02Sep2009Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    15QAT=02Feb2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    16QAT=01Mar2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    17QAT=02Mar2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    18QAT=01Apr2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    19QAT=05Mar2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    20QAT=04Mar2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    21QAT=03Mar2011Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    22QAT=03Apr2011Toyota Corolla Car05 units
    23QAT=02May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    24QAT=10Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    25QAT=25July2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    26QAT=24July2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    27QAT=12Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    28QAT=11Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    29QAT=07Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    30QAT=06Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    31QAT=01Aug2010Truck Cabin With Accessories04 units
    32QAT=01Sep2010Toyota Corolla Car04 units
    33QAT=01May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    34QAT=26July2011Crane01 unit
    35QAT=02Jun2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    36QAT=03May2011Toyota Corolla Car06 units
    37QAT=01Dec2010Divo Matiz Car04 units
    38QAT=01Oct2010Old Used TV 
    39QAT=03Feb2011CT Scanner Machine 
    40QAT=01Dec2011Glass Wool (Loos) 
    41QAT=02Oct2013Oil Base Paint 
    42QAT=01June2011Old Used Road Roller06 units
    43QAT=08May2011Vehicles Suzuki Maruti06 units
    44QAT=09May2011Vehicles Toyota Corolla05 units
    45QAT=03Jan2011Vehicles Toyota Corlla04 units
    46QAT=03Aug2012Glass Weare1X40 Cont
    47QAT=05Nov2010Toyota Corolla05 units
    48QAT=09June2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    49QAT=07Mar2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    50QAT=04April2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    51QAT=21July2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    52QAT=23July2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    53QAT=22July2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    54QAT=02Jan2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    55QAT=07May2011Toyota Corolla06 units
    56QAT=17June2017Excavator Model DX-22501 unit
    57QAT=01April2011Toyota Corolla Car 199606 units
    58QAT=25July2011Toyota Corolla Car 199705 units
    59QAT=24July2011Toyota Corolla 199606 units
    60QAT=02April2011Toyota Corolla Car 199705 units
    61QAT=11Aug2011Toyota Corolla Car 199706 units
    62QAT=08June2011Toyota Corolla Car 199606 units
    63QAT=02Sep2011Toyota Corolla Car 199505 units
    64QAT=02Feb2011Toyota Corolla Car 199706 units
    65QAT=03April2011Toyota Corolla Car 199505 units
    66QAT=03Nove2010Suzuki Alto 199508 units
    67QAT=10May2011Toyota Corolla Car 199406 units
    68QAT=10Aug2011Toyota Corolla Car 199906 units
    69QAT=08Aug2011Toyota Corolla Car 199705 units
    70QAT=01Dec2010Daewoo Matiz 199905 units
    71QAT=02Sep2010Toyota Corolla Car 199506 units
    72QAT=01Sep2010Toyota Corolla04 units
  • Duty free import increases by 17pc despite phasing out exemptions

    Duty free import increases by 17pc despite phasing out exemptions

    KARACHI: Despite elimination of exemption and strengthening enforcement the duty free import surged by 17.1 percent during 2018/2019, according to official documents.

    The FBR in its report released this month said that the duty free imports increased by 17.1 percent to Rs2,445 billion during fiscal year 2018/2019 as compared with Rs2,087 billion in the preceding fiscal year.

    The documents revealed that goods under Chapter 27 of Customs Tariff were imported duty free worth Rs600 billion during fiscal year 2018/2019 as compared with Rs491 billion in the corresponding period of the preceding fiscal year.

    The import of products including Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products under this chapter has increased by 22.3 percent during the period under review.

    An amount of Rs317 billion has been allowed duty free for the import of boilers, machinery and mechanical during fiscal year 2018/2019, which is 12.5 percent higher than Rs282 billion in the same period of the preceding fiscal year.

    The customs authorities granted duty free import of around Rs189 billion for the clearance of organic chemical during fiscal year 2018/2019 as compared with Rs144.85 billion in the preceding fiscal year, showing growth of 30.5 percent.

    Despite lowering of tariff over the years, the customs duty is still one of the important sources of Federal Tax collection. The Dutiable Imports are the tax base for Customs Duty.

    The collection of customs duty stood at around Rs686 billion and has contributed around 28.8 percent in the Indirect Taxes and 17.9 percent in total taxes during the F.Y.: 2018-2019.

    It has increased by around 13 percent as compared to previous year.

    The target of customs duty was Rs. 735 billion during FY: 2018-2019 which was missed by 6.7 percent.

    Source: FBR

    Out of 15 major revenue spinners, 13 items of imports recorded positive growth during FY: 2018-19 mainly due to increased Imports. On the other hand, only automobile (Ch:87) and ceramic products recorded negative growths.

    The details of Customs Duty collection from major commodity groups (chapters) are presented in table below.

    Source: FBR
  • Customs directs shipping lines, agents to withdraw delay, detention charges

    Customs directs shipping lines, agents to withdraw delay, detention charges

    KARACHI: Pakistan Customs on Friday directed shipping companies and shipping agents to extend waiver of delay and detention charges during lockdown to contain coronavirus.

    Model Customs Collectorate (Enforcement &Compliance) Karachi issued instructions to chairman All Pakistan Shipping Association and chairman Pakistan Ship Agents Association to allow free time to importers.

    The customs authorities said that Pakistan is currently facing a great challenge to address the issue of spread of coronavirus outbreak.

    As a result of lockdown and restriction of movement of people / vehicle, the time duration of lifting the cargo from ports is exceeding the free-time as allowed to the importers under normal course of business.

    The FBR has already issued similar instructions to container terminal operators on March 31, 2020 to waive demurrage and detention charges in order to facilitate importers and trade community in difficult times.

    The collectorate said that considering the challenging scenario for importers and trade community the shipping lines and their agents should extend free-days in respect of container detention and not charge container detention charges and other charges in connection of late delivery of goods for the period from March 25, 2020 to April 16, 2020 in addition to free days already allowed by shipping lines and their agents.

  • Coronavirus prevention: Clearing agents advised avoid unnecessary visits to Custom House

    Coronavirus prevention: Clearing agents advised avoid unnecessary visits to Custom House

    KARACHI: Customs clearing agents have been advised to avoid unnecessary visits to Custom House Karachi as a preventive measure against coronavirus.

    In a circular Karachi Customs Agents Association (KCAA) on Saturday, informed its members that the association had conducted meetings with the Model Customs Collectorate Appraisement & Facilitation (East) & (West) regarding outbreak of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and decided to take appropriate precaution measures in order to avoid unnecessary visits and long sit-ins at visitor’s area of Custom House, Karachi.

    It is highly recommended for the general public to reduce exposure and limit the risk of spread/transmission of Novel Coronavirus.

    Members and their employees are advised to avoid unnecessary visits at Custom House Karachi and wear masks by following other safety instructions as already displayed on the notice boards at Custom House, Karachi.

    However, in case of any emergency meetings/hearings are required to be attended, a written applications by mentioning the reasons to the officers concerned should be submitted for the redressal of grievance.

    In case of any assistance members are advised to contact the CHO-Office of MCC Appraisement & Facilitation (East & West).

  • Pakistan Customs offers fresh lot of imported cars for auction on March 7

    Pakistan Customs offers fresh lot of imported cars for auction on March 7

    KARACHI: Pakistan Customs has announced auction of fresh lot of vehicles lying at Bay West, West Wharf Road, Karachi to be held on March 07, 2020.

    Following vehicles to be presented for auction:

    01. Suzuki Escudo, Chassis No. TDA4W-271562, manufacturing year 2013, capacity 2400CC

    02. Toyota Aqua, Chassis No. NHP10-6450900, manufacturing year 2015, capacity 1500CC

    03. Toyota Passo, Chassis No. NGC30-0028061, manufacturing year 2015 capacity 1.3L

    04. Daihatsu Hijet, Chassis No. S321V-0244061, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 658CC

    05. Toyota Passo Car, Chassis No. M700A-0011255, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 996CC

    06. Suzuki Lapin Car, Chassis No. HE33S-157788, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    07. Daihatsu Mira ES, Chassis No. LA300S-1412557, manufacturing year 2017, capacity 658cc

    08. Mitsubishi EK Wagon, Chassis No. B11W-0209546, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    09. Suzuki Alto, chassis no. HA36S-282005, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    10. Toyota Aqua Hybrid Car, chassis No. NHP10-2560634, capacity 1496ml, manufacturing year 2016

    11. Suzuki Every Van, chassis No. DA64V-838690, model 2014

    12. Suzuki Every, chassis No. DA64V-848504, manufacturing year 2014

    13. Suzuki Every, Chassis No. DA64V-849366, manufacturing year 2014

    14. Daihatsu Mira, Chassis No. LA300S-1376089, Capacity 658CC, manufacturing year 2016

    15. Toyota Aqua Hybrid, Chassis No. NHP10-6567616, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 1496ml

    16. Honda N-WGN, Chassis No. JH1-1359525, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2017

    17. Honda Acty Van, Chassis No. HH5-1913290, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2014

    18. Honda van, Chassis No. HH5-1913288, manufacturing year 2014, capacity: not shown

    19. Daihatsu Move Car, Chassis No. LA150S-011718, manufacturing year 2017, capacity 658CC

    20. Suzuki Alto, Chassis No. RU3-1211698, manufacturing year 2017, capacity: not shown

    21. Honda Vezel, Chassis No. RU3-1211698, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    22. Suzuki Alto, Chassis No. HA36S-297791, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    23. Honda N-WGN Car, chassis No. JH2-1110932, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2016

    24. Daihatsu Move Car, Chassis No. LA150S-0140712, manufacturing year 2017, capacity 658CC

    25. Toyota Fielder Car, Chassis No. NKE165-7146560, manufacturing year 2016

    26. Suzuki Alto Car, Chassis No. HA36S-269634, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2016

    27. Suzuki Hustler, Chassis No. MR41S-231305, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2016

    28. Suzuki Hustler Car, Chassis No. MR41S-618818, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2016

    29. Daihatsu Hijet Van, Chassis No. S321V-02286632, manufacturing year 2014, capacity 658CC

    30. Daihatsu Hijet Van, Chassis No. S321V-0231498, manufacturing year 2017, capacity: not shown

    31. Nissan Dayz Car, Chassis No. B21W-0424159, manufacturing year 2017, capacity: not shown

    32. Toyota Pixis Car, Chassis No. LA360A-0001264, Capacity: 658CC, manufacturing year 2017

    33. Toyota Passo, Chassis No. M700A-0023868, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 996CC

    34. Toyota Prius Car, Chassis No. ZVW51-6049019, capacity 1797mL, manufacturing year 2017

    35. Daihatsu Hijet Van, Chassis No. LA250S-0039904, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 658CC

    36. Toyota Pixis Van, Chassis No. S321M0011982, Capacity 658CC, manufacturing year 2015

    37. Daihatsu Move, Chassis No. LA150S-1055880, Capacity 658CC, manufacturing year 2017

    38. Toyota Vitz Car, Chassis No. KSP130-2166216, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 996mL

    39. Daihatsu Mira, Chassis No. LA300S-1401705, Capacity 658CC, manufacturing year 2016

    40. Suzuki Wagon R Car, Chassis No. MH44S-182602, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    41. Honda Vezel, Chassis No. RU3-1039552, manufacturing year 2014, capacity not shown

    42. Nissan Van, Chassis No. DR17V-117715, manufacturing year 2015, capacity not shown

    43. Sabaru Pleo, Chassis No. LA350F-0004571, manufacturing year 2018, capacity 658CC

    44. Daihatsu Move, Chassis No. LA150S-0118900, Capacity 658CC, manufacturing year 2017

    45. Toyota Passo Car, Chassis No. M700A-0044070, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 996CC

    46. Suzuki Every, Chassis No. DA64V-863676, manufacturing year 2014, capacity not shown

    47. Daihatsu Move, Chassis No. LA150S-0085181, manufacturing year 2016, capacity 658CC

    48. Suzuki Wagon R Car, Chassis No. MH34S-530465, manufacturing year 2016, capacity: not shown

    49. Honda Vezel, Chassis No. RU3-1039633, capacity: not shown, manufacturing year 2014