The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), through Circular No. 16/2025-Customs dated 11th May 2025, has clarified the implementation of Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) on imports of “Titanium Dioxide” originating in or exported from China PR. As per Notification No. 12/2025-Customs (ADD) dated 10th May 2025, ADD will apply only to Titanium Dioxide imported for certain specified end uses. Importantly, the duty will not apply to Titanium Dioxide used in the manufacture of food, pharmaceuticals, skin-care products, textiles, fibres, or nano/ultrafine applications.
To facilitate smooth clearance of exempted imports, an electronic declaration facility is being introduced at the time of filing the Bill of Entry. Importers intending to use the goods in exempted products must submit an undertaking stating the intended use, and they also agree to pay ADD along with interest if the goods are subsequently found to be used for non-exempt purposes. The Directorate General of Systems will issue a detailed advisory to implement this feature electronically. Customs officers are to be sensitized regarding this process to ensure smooth enforcement. Any issues encountered during implementation should be reported to the Board for resolution.
