CBIC Revises Customs Tariff Values Effective 11 August 2026
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has revised the customs tariff values for specified imported goods through Notification No. 69/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 10 August 2026.
The notification amends Notification No. 36/2001-Customs (N.T.) by substituting its existing Table-1, Table-2 and Table-3 with revised tables. The changes cover selected edible oils, brass scrap, gold, silver and areca nuts.
The revised tariff values come into force from 11 August 2026.
What Has Changed Under Notification No. 69/2026-Customs?
Revised Tariff Values for Edible Oils and Brass Scrap
Table-1 specifies tariff values for selected commodities. The notification retains the existing values for the listed items, including:
| Commodity | Tariff Value |
|---|---|
| Crude Palm Oil | US$ 1,211/MT |
| RBD Palm Oil | US$ 1,212/MT |
| Others – Palm Oil | US$ 1,212/MT |
| Crude Palmolein | US$ 1,222/MT |
| RBD Palmolein | US$ 1,225/MT |
| Others – Palmolein | US$ 1,224/MT |
| Crude Soya bean Oil | US$ 1,255/MT |
| Brass Scrap (all grades) | US$ 7,639/MT |
The notification specifically indicates “no change” against these values.
Gold and Silver Tariff Values
Table-2 provides tariff values for specified gold and silver imports.
For gold covered by the relevant exemption benefit, the tariff value is US$ 1,395 per 10 grams. For specified silver, the tariff value is US$ 2,076 per kilogram.
The notification also specifies:
- Silver in specified forms: US$ 2,076/kg
- Gold bars meeting the specified conditions: US$ 1,395 per 10 grams
- Gold coins with gold content of at least 99.5% and specified gold findings: US$ 1,395 per 10 grams.
Areca Nut Tariff Value
Under Table-3, the tariff value for areca nuts under tariff item 080280 remains at US$ 10,785 per metric tonne, with the notification stating “no change.”
Effective Date of the Revised Tariff Values
The changes introduced through Notification No. 69/2026-Customs (N.T.) are effective from 11 August 2026. Importers dealing in the specified commodities should therefore consider the applicable tariff values for imports covered from the effective date.
Why Importers Should Track Customs Tariff Values
Customs tariff values are relevant when determining the customs valuation treatment for specified imported goods. Changes or continuance of notified tariff values can therefore be important for businesses involved in imports of commodities such as edible oils, precious metals, brass scrap and areca nuts.
Importers should review their customs documentation, valuation calculations and import processes to ensure that the applicable notified values are being considered from the effective date.
Note:
Notification No. 69/2026-Customs (N.T.) substitutes the tariff-value tables under Notification No. 36/2001-Customs (N.T.). The values listed above are based strictly on the notification, including items where the notification states that there is “no change.”
Conclusion
CBIC has issued Notification No. 69/2026-Customs (N.T.), revising the tariff-value tables applicable to specified imported goods. The notification covers edible oils, brass scrap, gold, silver and areca nuts, with several listed values remaining unchanged.
The notification is effective from 11 August 2026. Importers should review the applicable tariff values and ensure their customs valuation and documentation processes reflect the latest notification requirements.
Notification Reference:
Customs
Notification No. 69/2026-CUSTOMS (N.T.)
10/08/2026