FBR Revises Customs Values on Import of Cereals

Directorate General Customs Valuation Karachi has fixed new customs values on the import of Cereal Foods in bulk packaging from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, USA, UK, Canada and other countries. According to a valuation ruling (1923 of 2024) issued by the directorate, Directorate General of Customs Valuation. Karachi received representation to include the values of Cereal Foods in bulk packaging. Therefore, in pursuance of analysis of import data, current market trends, the difference in market prices and customs values, an exercise for the determination of customs values of subject goods was initiated under Section 25 and 25A of the Customs Act. 1969. During the meeting, the valuation issue is related to the subject goods were discussed in detail. The importers argued that they imported cereal in bulk quantities, typically packed in 9 kg packages, which are then repacked locally under a local brand. They requested the inclusion of separate values for bulk packaging. Subsequently, a thorough market inquiry, along with comprehensive data, was conducted to transparently determine the values of the subject goods. Besides, 90 days’ clearance data was also retrieved and the same was scrutinized. Subsequently, market inquiry has been conducted and examined. In view of above the transaction value of goods has been determined and hereinafter specified shall be the Customs value for assessment of duty & taxes given against them, the directorate added.