Dear Members,

This in continuation of  our mailer dated 24/02/2018 informing you about  CBEC circular  No. 05/2018-Customs dated 23/02/2018  pertaining to alternative Mechanism   for refund of IGST on export in case of  invoice-Mismatch Cases (SBS005).  This procedure is available only for Shipping Bills filed till 31st December 2017.

As per the alternative mechanism, there will be an officer interface on the Customs EDI System through which a Customs officer can verify the information furnished in GSTN and Customs EDI system and sanction refund in those cases where invoice details provided in GSTR 1/ Table 6A are correct though the said details provided in the shipping bill were at variance.

In this regard, the  concerned exporters shall provide a concordance table indicating mapping between GST invoices and corresponding Shipping Bill invoices, as annexed in above circular in  support of the refund claim to the designated officer in the  respective Custom house. A scanned copy of concordance table may also be sent to dedicated email address of Customs location from where exports took place.

Members having cases of error code  i.e. SBS005 are requested to take note of the same and do the needful.In case you are not aware of the error code, please use IGST validation detail inquiry facility on ICEGATE for checking the same or visit the portals of concerned custom Houses.  As per JNCH Public Notice No. 29/2018,  the list of IECs and the shipping bills where invoice mis-match exists is being made available on the  http://www.jawaharcustoms.gov.in/index1.php . 

Designated Officer For Alternative Mechanism (JNCH, Nhava Sheva)

The  Jawaharlal Nehru Custom House, Nhava Sheva  has issued Public Notice  no. 29/2018 dated 26.02.2018  providing following details of designated officer whom  the  concerned exporters have to mail the  prescribed concordance table indicating mapping between GST invoices and corresponding shipping bill invoices in support of the refund claim:

Deputy Commissioner of Customs

Drawback

NS-II, JNCH

e-mail: igstrefundjnch@gmail.com

Tel: 022-27244708/27243039

Kindly also note that as per PN,  Exporters and their CHA’s  are not required to visit JNCH for this purpose.       However, difficulties, if any, may be brought to the notice of Deputy Commissioner of Customs, Drawback, NS-II, JNCH at A-403, 4th  Floor, JNCH, Nhava Sheva. Phone no. 022-27244708/27243039.

The  JNCH PN 29/2018  dated 26/02/2018 is available for download using below link-

http://164.100.155.199/pdf/PN-2018/PN_029.pdf

Regarding other Customs Houses/ Ports,   we shall update you about the designated officers details in the due course  once available.Concerned exporters may also  arrange to check  through their  CHA’s/ or visit the  portals of some of the other custom houses using below links:

http://ahmedabadcustoms.gov.in/en/index.html

http://mundracustoms.gov.in/

http://www.kolkatacustoms.gov.in/

http://delhicustoms.gov.in/

http://accmumbai.gov.in/aircargo/index.html

http://www.chennaicustoms.gov.in/chennaicustoms/c1.php

Persistent issues, if any, may also be highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

Kindly note that JNCH portal (http://www.jawaharcustoms.gov.in/index1.php) has uploaded  document having list of  Exporters whose IGST refund has not been disbursed due to PFMS error.

The said list is attached for ready reference and also available for download using below link:

http://164.100.155.199/pdf/IGST_REFUND.pdf

Members  are requested to take note and check.  The concerned exporters whose account is rejected by PFMS,  are advised to approach EDI SECTION,  JNCH for updation of their account details with necessary documents as follows:

Members exporting through other custom Houses/ Ports,  may also  re-check for PFMS validation in case IGST refunds are delayed.   Some of the other  custom houses portal links are as follows:

http://www.ahmedabadcustoms.gov.in/Documents/pdf-document/Public%20Notice%202017/As%20on%2023.02.2018.xlsx

http://mundracustoms.gov.in/?page_id=3341

http://delhicustoms.gov.in/drawback-aircargo-export.html

http://accmumbai.gov.in/aircargo/index.html

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S. G. Bharadi)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware,  IGST refunds in many cases  have been delayed  due to matching errors and  limitations on  corrective action  to be taken.

The major errors that are committed by the exporters are-

(a) incorrect Shipping bill numbers in GSTR 1

(b) GSTIN declared in the shipping bill does not match with the GSTIN used to file the corresponding GST Returns  

(c) the most common error hampering refund is due to mismatch of invoice number, taxable value and IGST paid in the Shipping Bill vis-à-vis the same details mentioned in GSTR 1 / Table 6A which is the most common error hampering refund.  

(d) Another reason attributable to carriers is the non-filing or incorrect filing of electronic Export General Manifest (EGM).

In this regard CBEC has issued circular no  Circular No. 05/2018-Customs dated 23/02/2018  with alternative mechanism to rectify various errors including  the most common error (SBS005).

Alternative Mechanism for rectification of Invoice Mis-match error (SBS005)

Recognizing that invoice mis-match has been the major reason why the refunds have been held, it has been decided to provide an alternative mechanism to give exporters an opportunity to rectify such errors committed in the initial stages.

This envisages an officer interface on the Customs EDI System through which a Customs officer can verify the information furnished in GSTN and Customs EDI system and sanction refund in those cases where invoice details provided in GSTR 1/ Table 6A are correct though the said details provided in the shipping bill were at variance.

It is pertinent to note that refund claims would be processed in only those cases where the error code is mentioned as SB005. Further, it may also be noted that all refunds shall continue to be credited electronically through the PFMS system, and no manual payment / cheque should be issued. The procedure for processing of IGST refund claims in these cases would be as follows:

i. Duly certified concordance table submitted by the exporter as per Annexure A indicating mapping between GST invoice and corresponding Shipping Bill invoice;
ii. IGST taxable value and IGST amount declared in the Shipping Bill.
iii. IGST details declared in the Shipping Bill should be in proportion to the goods actually exported.

Members are requested to take note of the same and do the needful through your relevant Port/ customs house,  if your refunds are stuck due to Invoice mismatch error. The original circular no  Circular No. 05/2018-Customs dated 23/02/2018 is available for download using below link-

http://www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-circulars/cs-circulars-2018/circ05-2018cs.pdf;jsessionid=4354E3AF1AAA006EEE337B833BA26A03

Issues if any may be highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As per updates on GST Portal (www.gst.gov.in), an improved GSTR-3B  Return Filing Processhas been made available for the taxpayers.

The features  of the improved GSTR-3B are as follows:

Filing of GSTR 3B Return made easier and user friendly.

Optimum utilization of ITC is displayed by System, which however can be edited.

The amount to be paid in cash after taking into account ITC, gets displayed.

One click Challan preparation to avoid payment of tax under wrong heads.

Further details of above features are available in the advisory issued by the GST Portal which can be accessed using below link:

https://www.gst.gov.in/newsandupdates/read/184

Members are requested to take note of this  new utility and do the  needful accordingly.  You may also send  feed-back, if any, on our e-mail id’s-  deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in & kalpana.acct@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
S.G BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

The Council is getting lot of queries  from the members regarding IGST refund delays due to matching errors/ corrective action  to be taken.   Some of these queries are also regularly put forth by council  to  CBEC/ GSTN for redressal and further clarity.

Taking note of the issues faced by the trade/ industry,  Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) has issued FAQ’s  on  IGST Refunds on Goods Exported out of India.

The latest release covers various response codes/ errors (SBS001, SBS002, SBS003, SBS004, SBS005, SBS006) and provides suggestions  on rectification in an easy to understand manner.

In case your  IGST refunds are stuck due to errors,   please refer to the latest FAQ’s  issued by CBEC and do the  needful.   The  link for the same available on JNCH portal  and also  provided below for download:

http://164.100.155.199/pdf/IGST_REFUND_FAQ.pdf

Persistent Queries/ Issues may  be put forth to the new Grievance Redressal Portal  (https://selfservice.gstsystem.in).   The same may also be highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

The council  has informed you  recently that  O/o DGFT, New Delhi  had issued Public Notice no. 52/2015-2020 dated 12/01/2018  regarding  amendments in Ayat Niryat Forms (ANF) 4A, 4E, 4F, 4G, 4H & 4I of Handbook of Procedures 2015-2020.  As per the amendments,  exporters had the option to submit Exporter Copy of shipping bill in original duly signed by the Customs authority concerned in lieu of EP copy of shipping bill for EODC.   However, concerns were raised by the  trade as the exporters copy was to  be signed by the customs authority.

Taking note of the concerns, O/o DGFT, New Delhi   has now issued Public Notice no.  63/2015-2020 dated  22/02/2018   wherein further amendment  has been made in ANF 4F (Guidelines) used for EODC/ Redemption of Advance Authorisation.

As per the latest  amendment,   “Wherever printouts of EP Copy of shipping bill is not provided to exporters by Customs Authorities in terms of Circular No-55/2016-Customs dated 23.11.2016, applicant will have option to submit self-certified Exporter Copy of shipping bill in original”

Members availing the Advance Authorisation/ DFIA scheme  are requested to take note and avail this relaxation. The said Public Notice is available for download using  below link-

http://dgft.gov.in/Exim/2000/PN/PN17/PN%2063%20eng.pdf

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S. G. BHARADI)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

The council  has informed you  recently that  O/o DGFT, New Delhi  had issued Public Notice no. 52/2015-2020 dated 12/01/2018  regarding  amendments in Ayat Niryat Forms (ANF) 4A, 4E, 4F, 4G, 4H & 4I of Handbook of Procedures 2015-2020.  As per the amendments,  exporters had the option to submit Exporter Copy of shipping bill in original duly signed by the Customs authority concerned in lieu of EP copy of shipping bill for EODC.   However, concerns were raised by the  trade as the exporters copy was to  be signed by the customs authority.

Taking note of the concerns, O/o DGFT, New Delhi   has now issued Public Notice no.  63/2015-2020 dated  22/02/2018   wherein further amendment  has been made in ANF 4F (Guidelines) used for EODC/ Redemption of Advance Authorisation.

As per the latest  amendment,   “Wherever printouts of EP Copy of shipping bill is not provided to exporters by Customs Authorities in terms of Circular No-55/2016-Customs dated 23.11.2016, applicant will have option to submit self-certified Exporter Copy of shipping bill in original”

Members availing the Advance Authorisation/ DFIA scheme  are requested to take note and avail this relaxation. The said Public Notice is available for download using  below link-

http://dgft.gov.in/Exim/2000/PN/PN17/PN%2063%20eng.pdf

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S. G. BHARADI)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware, there are many cases of  MEIS Claims  wherein exporters/CHA’s have inadvertently ticked "N' (for No) instead of "Y' (for Yes) in the "Reward" column of shipping bills while filing the EDI shipping bills, but have declared the intent in the affirmative (in wordings) on the shipping bills.

However,  such MEIS claims have been denied.   The council has also sent representations to DGFT  HQ seeking extension of benefit of Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) to such cases/ shipping bills.

In order to gauge the problem and the financial implications O/o DGFT New Delhi has issued Trade Notice No. 24/2018 dated 21/02/2018 wherein following information is sought for considering the matter:

Members are requested to use this opportunity of  resolving the issue by providing information in the specified format at the earliest. The information sought be sent  DGFT e-mail id-  lokesh.hd@nic.in   under copy to the  council id- deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in  & balani.lic@chemexcil.gov.in for records and future follow-ups.

The original Trade Notice is available for download using below link-
http://dgft.gov.in/Exim/2000/TN/TN17/trade%20notice.pdf

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. Bharadi)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

We draw your attention to the Public Notice No. 26/2018 dated 15/02/2018 issued by the Jawaharlal Nehru Customs House, Nhava Sheva regarding importation of Insecticides/Pesticides on the basis of NOC’s issued by CIB&RC long back under the Insecticide Act, 1968.

As per above JNCH PN, attention of all Importers, is invited towards Public Notice dated 22.01.2018 issued by the Central Insecticide Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC) on the issue related to the ‘No Objection Certificates’ issued by them long back for the substances/Chemicals listed in the Schedule to the Insecticide Act, 1968 and Insecticide Rules, 1971.

It was informed vide the above referred (CIB&RC) Public Notice that the issue was deliberated in the 379th meeting of the Registration Committee and following decision was made.  The Committee deliberated the agenda in detail and found following discrepancies in the ‘No Objection Certificates’ (NOC) issued by CIB&RC long back-:

In view of above, JNCH   has advised importers to obtain fresh Registration/Import Permit from the CIB&RC under Insecticide Act, 1968 containing (i) date of validity and (ii) details of the source of import and produce the same to Customs for the clearance of such goods before any import takes place or goods arrive at port.

Members  importing Insecticides/Pesticides  are therefore  requested to take note and do the needful accordingly.  The JNCH (Nhava Sheva) Public notice  and (CIB&RC) Public Notice are available for download using below links-

http://164.100.155.199/pdf/PN-2018/PN_026.pdf    (JNCH PN)

http://cibrc.nic.in/PublicNotice_23JAN2018.pdf         (CIB&RC PN)

Issues, if any, may be highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S. G. BHARADI)
Executive Director CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

Kindly note that India and Canada are negotiating  a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)  to increase bilateral trade and  Ten  rounds  of negotiations have been held so far.

We have to now firm up our position on tariff concessions that could be offered to Canada and also the concessions to be sought from  Canada,  Tariff line wise.

In this regard,  Council has  received communication from the  Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals  & FT-NAFTA (DOC),  to finalise items of Export/ Import interest (8 digit HS Code Wise)  related to  products under  Chapters 28-38. 

Members are kindly requested to  revert with the requested inputs, if any,    by  23/02/2018 on our e-mail ids- deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in & kalpana.acct@chemexcil.gov.in .

Your timely replies will  be appreciated.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G. BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware, Department of commerce is working on the proposed FTA with EAEU region comprising of  Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Russia.

In this regard, we have received communication from Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals that the Department of Commerce is in the process of finalization of broad framework on rules of origin for the proposed India-Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) trade agreement.

In this context, some trade issues in goods would be discussed on the proposed engagement with the EAEU .   These issues are as follows:

Direct purchase rule (which mandates that only a resident company registered in the exporting party can export under the FTA).

A horizontal rule of origin (which in EAEUs preference should be a CTC or value addition criteria).

Products of India's export interest to the EAEU.

Members are kindly requested to  revert with the requested inputs, if any,    by  26/02/2018 on our e-mail ids- deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in & info@chemexcil.gov.in .

Your timely replies will  be appreciated.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G. BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

Delays in issuance of MEIS scrip due to mismatch in description of items  in Shipping Bill vis-à-vis MEIS schedule has been a long-standing issue for exporters.    In this regard, council has also regularly sent representations to O/o DGFT HQ, New Delhi  for amendments in such item codes (specially falling  in “others” category).

Taking cognizance of the issues faced by the trade & industry,   the O/o DGFT New Delhi has issued  Public Notice no. 62/2015-2020 dated 16/02/2018  givingImportant directives for processing of application for MEIS claims under Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20. This will allow processing of MEIS claims for majority of items based only on ITC HS code mentioned in Shipping Bill.

For the sake of convenience of  the members, the important points of the above-said PN are reproduced/ highlighted  as follows:

Ø Except for the ITC(HS) Codes specified in Annexure to this Public Notice, for all other notified ITC(HS) Codes in Table 2 of Appendix 3B of HBP, Regional Authority (RA) shall process applications for MEIS claim only on the basis of ITC (HS) Code as specified in the Shipping bill. In respect of the ITC (HS) Codes specified in Annexure to this Public notice, Regional Authority (RA) shall continue to process the applications for MEIS claim after matching the description as well in the Shipping Bill with Export Product Description in Table 2 of Appendix 3B. The list of ITC(HS) Codes in the Annexure to this Public Notice is likely to change from time to time.

As far as chemical sector items are concerned  very few items are  kept out of this relaxation (HS Code. 33019031, 33074900, 38085900 etc).

Ø TheDirectives in this Public Notice shall be followed for all applications which have not been finalized (finalized would mean that either the Scrip has been granted or  applications in which DGFT HQs or the RAs have already rejected a claim) as on date of issue of this Public Notice. Thus, past cases which have been decided will not be re- assessed based on the Directives in this Public Notice.

The above  said PN no. 62  is available for download using below link-

http://dgft.gov.in/Exim/2000/PN/PN17/PN%2062%20english.pdf

Members are requested to take note of this relaxation/ directive and pursue with the concerned DGFT RA,  in case your MEIS claim is pending due to description mismatch.  In case of persistent issues,  please write to the council on e-mail id- deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in  & balani.lic@chemexcil.gov.in.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. Bharadi)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL 

Dear Members,

The Council is regularly getting queries from the exporters regarding delays in refund/ correction action for refunds despite council’s several mailers with FAQ’s/ IGST refund guide etc.

Kindly note that as per latest updates on GST Portal (www.gst.gov.in), two advisories have been uploaded for creating awareness amongst the exporters to ensure speedy refunds.

For the sake of convenience, the contents of the advisories are reproduced as follows:

Advisory to the Exporters for Refund of IGST Paid on Export of Goods:

1. File FORM GSTR 1 for the corresponding tax period.

2. Fill complete and correct data of export of goods in Table 6A of FORM GSTR 1 of the relevant tax period.

3. Pay your tax and File FORM GSTR 3B return for the corresponding tax period.

4. While filing GSTR 3B Return for the said tax period, please make sure that that table 3.1 (b) of Form GSTR 3B is filled correctly and the amount shown in this should be equal to or more than the amount of IGST in table 6A, and table 6B (Supply to SEZ),of GSTR1.

Advisory for exporters on correctly filing Table 3.1(b) of GSTR 3B:

While filing GSTR 3B Return for the said tax period, please make sure that that table 3.1 (b) of Form GSTR 3B is filled correctly.

1. GSTR-3B of corresponding return period must be filed.

2. The IGST amount paid should be shown through Table 3.1(b) of FORM GSTR-3B, and the amount must be equal to or greater than the total IGST amount shown in Table 6A, and Table 6B, of GSTR-1 for the corresponding tax period.

3. NONE of the export invoices filed in Table 6A of GSTR-1, of the corresponding return period, shall get transmitted to ICEGATE if correct IGST amount is not filed in Table 3.1(b) of GSTR-3B. Hence the refund of IGST amount paid on exports will be impacted.

https://www.gst.gov.in/newsandupdates/read/178

Advisory to Exporters for filing Table 6A of GSTR-1:

(a)To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST, to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters need to provide Complete and Correct Data while filing Table 6A of GSTR-1:

Invoice No. and Date (Tax invoice and not commercial invoice).

Select from drop down list (WPAY- with payment of tax)/WOPAY-without payment of tax.

Shipping Bill No. & Date.

Please note, if you are using offline tool for GSTR 1, the date format is dd-mmm-yyyy e.g. 15th July 2017 will be written as 15-Jul-2017 and not like 15/07/2017.

Six Digit Port Code should be mentioned correctly.

Invoice Value: It is the total value of export goods covered by the invoice including of tax and other charges, if any.

Taxable Value: It is the value of goods, on which tax is paid. (Value net of tax).

Tax Paid IGST, only in case, where the export is done on payment of IGST.

(b)To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST, to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters need to maintain consistencies between data provided at GST Portal and ICEGATE Portal while filing Table 6A of GTSR-1. Invoice details specified under Table 6A of GSTR-1 should match with what is mentioned in the Shipping bills at ICEGATE. Please note that the invoice value data should match with that shown in shipping Bill.

(c)To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST, to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters should make payment of Tax and File Return:

File Form GSTR-3B of corresponding period.

In case of export of goods, the IGST amount paid should be shown through Table 3.1(b) of GSTR-3B and amount must be equal to or greater than the total IGST amount shown in Table 6A, and Table 6B, of GSTR-1 for the corresponding tax period.

https://www.gst.gov.in/newsandupdates/read/179

Members are requested to take note of above updates and do the needful accordingly for speedy processing of IGST refunds. The advisories are available on GST Portal using urls provided above.

Guide on IGST Refund Module/ Step By Step Procedure

In case your shipping bill is stuck due to errors, then regarding queries onvarious response/ error codes (SBS000, SBS001, SBS002, SBS003, SBS005, SBS006), please refer to IGST REFUND MODULE-STEP BY STEP PROCEDURE issued by CBEC. The link for the same has been sent earlier and is once again provided below for download:

http://164.100.155.199/pdf/GST_REFUND.pdf

Members are once again urged to take note of above advisories for IGST refunds/ IGST refund module guide in case of errors and do the needful accordingly.

Persistent Queries/ Issues, if any, be first put forth to the concerned authority using new Grievance Redressal Portal (https://selfservice.gstsystem.in). The same may also be highlighted to the council on ed@chemexcil.gov.in& deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware, e-sealing for export containers was made voluntary till 1st March 2018 vide CBEC  Circular No. 51/2017-Customs 21/12/2017 due to issues related to supply of e-seals etc.

Since the deadlines are approaching,  for  the sake of convenience of the members, we reproduce the important points of CBEC Circular No. 51/2017-Customs 21/12/2017 as follows:

All entitled Exporters who have acquired RFID e-seals and are stuffing containers at approved premises for export through Ports/ ICDs where facilities for readers are available shall be free to continue / adopt the new e-sealing procedure.Essentially, this implies that the procedure is voluntary for entitled exporters till 1st March 2018.

With effect from 1st March 2018e-sealing shall become mandatory in respect of the exporters, who have been permitted self-sealing facilities under the erstwhile exciseprocedure or GST regime, AEO exporters and exporters availing supervised stuffing at their premises for the following locations:

1. JNCH, Nhava Sheva (INNSA1)

2.Chennai Port (INMAA1)

3.Mundra Port (INMUN1)

4.Hazira Port (INHZA1)

5.Cochin Port (INCOK1)

6.Kattupalli, Port (INKAT1)

7.Kolkata Port (INCCU1)

8.ICD Tughlakabad (INTKD6)

9.Tuticorin Port (INTUT1)

10.Pipavav Port (INPAV1)

11.Vishakhapatnam Port (INVTZ1)

12.Krishnapatnam Port (INKRI1)

13.ICD Bangalore (INWFD6)

14.ICD Tirupur (INTUP6)

15.ICD Ludhiana (INLDH6)

e-sealing procedure for all Ports/ ICD’s other than above locations shall be mandatory w.e.f.1st April 2018.

  It is once again clarified that the exporters who have already switched to new procedure may continue with new procedure and exporters who intend to voluntarily adopt new e-sealing procedure are free to do so, if the readers are in place at the Customs station of export. Exporters availing stuffing under officer supervision shall continue to do so till the date e-sealing mandatory at the port/ ICD from where they are exporting containers.

Finally, also please note that as per e-seal vendor details updated on CBEC portal  vide  F. No. 450/188/2017-Cus IV,  now there are total 13 e-seal vendors  w.e.f. 5th Jan 2018. The council had informed the members about this updated list.

Members are requested to kindly take note of the above timelines and do the needful accordingly. The above-said circular/ updated e-seal vendor list are available for download using below hyperlink-

http://www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-circulars/cs-circulars-2017/circ51-2017cs.pdf

http://www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/customs/cs-circulars/cs-circulars-2018/eSeals_vendor_details_05jan2018.pdf

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
S.G BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

We have received intimation from Directorate General of Anti-Dumping (DGAD) that an Anti-Dumping Investigation has been  initiated by Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM)  on the import of Ortho-Dichlorobenzene (ODCB)  originating in India.

In accordance with the relevant provisions of  the anti-dumping regulations of the People's Republic of China, MOFCOM has  now  issued the notice for questionnaire dated 13th Feb 2018.       Earlier, on January 23, 2018, the Ministry of Commerce of People's Republic of China decided to launch anti-dumping investigation on ODCB imported from Japan and India

The investigation details are as under-

Product:   Ortho Dichlorobenzene,  1,2-Dichlorobenzene, O-Dichlorobenzene

HS Code:      It is listed under the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People’s Republic of China and the tariff number is 29039110.

Please note that the last date of submission is March 22nd, 2018.

The exporter or producer should fill out the questionnaire of foreign exporters or producers as required.  The date of issuing this notice is the date of distributing the questionnaire. The concerned parties should fill out the questionnaire as in the required time, and submit a complete and accurate answer.

Please also find attached below documents received from DGAD:

Notice on distributing questionnaire for the product ODCB (The unofficial translation  in English attached).  The notice (in Chinese) is available at the following Link:  http://trb.mofcom.gov.cn/article/cs/201802/20180202712400.shtml.

The questionnaire for foreign exporters or producers is also enclosed (in Chinese)

You may also  download the questionnaire from the website of Trade Remedy Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Commerce (http://trb.mofcom.gov.cn).  If there is any query, please contact following in MOFCOM:

Contact persons: Huang Dongfang, Dong Jing

Contact number: (010) 65198746, 85093403

Member exporters who are exporting above product to China might have also received this communication directly from MOFCOM.  Please note that the last date of submission is March 22nd, 2018.

In case you are participating in the investigation, kindly do the needful submissions as per the guidelines/ timelines and also confirm to us on  e-mail id’s- deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in and balani.lic@chemexcil.gov.in .

In case you need any support from the council  in this regard, please  do let us know.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G. BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Encl: Notice on distributing questionnaire for the Product

Questionnaire of Foreign Exporter or Manufacturer

Dear Members,

This is in continuation of our earlier circular informing  you that  the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC), has launched Pilot implementation for paperless processing, uploading of supporting documents, e-SANCHIT from 20th  Oct 2017.   Only ICEGATE registered users can use e-SANCHIT applications by accessing the e-SANCHIT link.

Now, Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) has  extended this facility to all EDI locations  on voluntary basis vide instruction no. 02/2018 dated 07/02/2018.

Members are requested to take  note of this ease of doing business measure and also inform their CHA’s/ Logistics Providers.    For customs instructions on e-SANCHIT, Step-by-Step Procedure for electronic document upload & FAQ’s,  you may download  the relevant files using following links:

https://www.icegate.gov.in/eSANCHIT.html .

http://www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/eSANCHITStepbyStepProcedure.pdf

Thanking you ,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As per updates on  GST Portal (www.gst.gov.in),  two  advisories have been uploaded for creating awareness amongst the exporters to ensure speedy refunds.

For the sake of convenience, the  contents  of  the advisories  are reproduced as follows:

Advisory to the Exporters for Refund of IGST Paid on Export of Goods:

1. File FORM GSTR 1 for the corresponding tax period.
2. Fill complete and correct data of export of goods in Table 6A of FORM GSTR 1 of the relevant tax period.

3. Pay your tax and File FORM GSTR 3B return for the corresponding tax period.

4. While filing GSTR 3B Return for the said tax period, please make sure that that table 3.1 (b) of Form GSTR 3B is filled correctly and the amount shown in this should be equal to or more than the amount of IGST in table 6A, and table 6B (Supply to SEZ),of GSTR1.

Advisory for exporters on correctly filing Table 3.1(b) of GSTR 3B:

While filing GSTR 3B Return for the said tax period, please make sure that that table 3.1 (b) of Form GSTR 3B is filled correctly.

1. GSTR-3B of corresponding return period must be filed.

2. The IGST amount paid should be shown through Table 3.1(b) of FORM GSTR-3B, and the amount must be equal to or greater than the total IGST amount shown in Table 6A, and Table 6B, of GSTR-1 for the corresponding tax period.

3. NONE of the export invoices filed in Table 6A of GSTR-1, of the corresponding return period, shall get transmitted to ICEGATE if correct IGST amount is not filed in Table 3.1(b) of GSTR-3B. Hence the refund of IGST amount paid on exports will be impacted.

https://www.gst.gov.in/newsandupdates/read/178

Advisory to Exporters for filing Table 6A of GSTR-1:

To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST, to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters need to provide Complete and Correct Data while filing Table 6A of GSTR-1:

• Invoice No. and Date (Tax invoice and not commercial invoice).

• Select from drop down list (WPAY- with payment of tax)/WOPAY-without payment of tax.

• Shipping Bill No. & Date.

• Please note, if you are using offline tool for GSTR 1, the date format is dd-mmm-yyyy e.g. 15th July 2017 will be written as 15-Jul-2017 and not like 15/07/2017.

• Six Digit Port Code should be mentioned correctly.

• Invoice Value: It is the total value of export goods covered by the invoice including of tax and other charges, if any.

• Taxable Value: It is the value of goods, on which tax is paid. (Value net of tax).

• Tax Paid IGST, only in case, where the export is done on payment of IGST.

To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST, to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters need to maintain consistencies between data provided at GST Portal and ICEGATE Portal while filing Table 6A of GTSR-1. Invoice details specified under Table 6A of GSTR-1 should match with what is mentioned in the Shipping bills at ICEGATE. Please note that the invoice value data should match with that shown in shipping Bill.

To ensure that the GST System transmits the export invoice data, in case of export of goods with payment of IGST,  to ICEGATE for refund, Exporters should make payment of Tax and File Return:

•

File Form GSTR-3B of corresponding period.

• In case of export of goods, the IGST amount paid should be shown through Table 3.1(b) of GSTR-3B and amount must be equal to or greater than the total IGST amount shown in Table 6A, and Table 6B, of GSTR-1 for the corresponding tax period.

https://www.gst.gov.in/newsandupdates/read/179

Members are requested to take note of  above updates and do the needful accordingly for speedy  processing of IGST refunds.  The advisories are available on GST Portal using  urls provided above.

Queries/ Issues, if any, be first put forth to the concerned authority using  new Grievance Redressal Portal  (https://selfservice.gstsystem.in).  Persistent issues may also be highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

This is regarding  IGST refund status at Ahmedabad Customs House/Mundra Customs House (updated as on 08.02.2018).

Concerned member-exporters may use  below link to access the IGST refund status file and check-

Mundra Customs (IGST Refund updates 2018)

http://mundracustoms.gov.in/?page_id=3341

Ahmedabad Customs House (IGST Refund update upto 08.02.2018)

http://www.ahmedabadcustoms.gov.in/Documents/pdf-document/Public%20Notice%202017/AS%20ON%2008.02.2018.xlsx

Other Customs Houses

For other customs houses, as and when updated  info is available we shall let you know.   In the interim, members may also check IGST refund status by using their IEC Holder login  on www.icegate.gov.in .   After  login,  please go to  IGST Validation Detailand input GST No.,  Port of Export,  Month & year.  It shall reflect IGST Refund status against the corresponding shipping bill.

Members are requested to take note of  above updates and do the needful.  If  issues, if any, may be  highlighted to the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As we all know, MSME’s are the back bone of our  economy, but of-late these units are facing  financial distress due to major economic changes/ disruptions in our economy.

Taking cognizance of  the MSME issues, government has undertaken important steps which are being highlighted as follows  for your ready reference:

RBI enhances NPA recognition Period for GST Registered MSMEs borrowers from 90 to 180 days.

In a major relief to the medium and small enterprises sector, the RBI  has issued  Notification no.  RBI/2017-18/129 DBR.No.BP.BC.100/21.04.048/2017-18 February 07, 2018 wherein  GST-registered MSME borrowers will get a further 180-day window to pay dues if their accounts were standard as on August 31, 2017.

This relaxation will be applicable for dues between September 2017 and January 2018 if the aggregate exposure does not exceed Rs 25 crore. Banks and NBFCs will not be required to downgrade asset classification of these MSMEs. For further details, members may refer to RBI notification using below link.

https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/NotificationUser.aspx?Id=11216&Mode=0
http://msme.gov.in/node/1803

Government to  amend  MSME criteria based on Annual Revenue

We understand that the Cabinet  has approved proposal to redefine micro, small and medium enterprises, or MSMEs, based on their annual revenue, replacing the current definition that relies on self-declared investment on plant and machinery.

Section 7 of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED)  Act, 2006 will accordingly be amended to define units producing goods and rendering services in terms of annual turnover as follows:

A micro enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover does not exceed five crore rupees;

A small enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover is more than five crore rupees but does not exceed Rs 75 crore;

A medium enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover is more than seventy five crore rupees but does not exceed Rs 250 crore.

At present the MSMED Act (Section 7) classifies the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on the basis of investment in plant and machinery for manufacturing units, and investment in equipment for service enterprises. The criterion of investment in plant and machinery stipulates self-declaration which in turn entails verification if deemed necessary and leads to transaction costs.

MSME Members are requested to take note of these important updates and do the needful, wherever applicable.  Feed-backs on these changes can be sent on ed@chemexcil.gov.in  &  deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G. BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

http://chemexcil.in/uploads/files/MSME07021753E1582547B3409DBF8D72796D527B4A_(MSME_NPA).PDF

Dear Members,

This is further to our circular  dated  01/01/2018  regarding Simplification and rationalisation of export documentation for reducing transaction time and cost.

The inputs  received were  put  forth toShri D.P. Mohapatra, Addl. DGFT, Department of Commerce (Logistics Division).

However, the council has now been advised to provide  scanned copies of all documents required by an exporter at the stages of pre-shipment, shipment and post-shipment with a flow chart and suggestions for their simplification/rationalisation.

Further,  it is requested to inform how many copies of each document is insisted by which authority and at what level, whether the documents are manually filed or filed online and whether any document can be removed or the required information can be clubbed with another document, along with information regarding cost and time involved for obtaining each document.

We once again request the members to   providereplies/ inputs (with document scans wherever possible) latest by 14/02/2018  on e-mail id’s:   deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in  & balani.lic@chemexcil.gov.in .

Your timely replies in this  endeavour shall be appreciated and  enable us submit to the concerned dept for consideration within the timelines.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware,  for MEIS application, sometimes Shipping Bill data is not found available in DGFT System. It takes considerable time to get the SB data available in DGFT System and, therefore, availing of FTP benefits, like MEIS, by exporter is delayed.

In this regard,   O/o The Directorate General of Foreign Trade, New Delhi has issued Trade Notice No. 23/2018 dated 06/02/2018  titled “Advise to exporters to promptly check shipping bill transmission status on ICEGATE and DGFT website”.

As per the Trade Notice, exporters are advised to check the Shipping Bill transmission status first on ICEGATE and then on DGFT website after 72 hours from integration of SB with ICEGATE.

The transmission status of a SB can be checked on ICEGATE website (https://www.icegate.gov.in/) under `Services->Public Enquiry-> DGFT Shipping Bill Integration Status' option and the same can be checked at DGFT website (http:dgft.gov.in/) under 'User Facilitation-> Shipping Bills Received from Customs' for an IEC option.

If the SB data is neither available on ICEGATE nor DGFT, the issue can be registered with DGFT using the Contact@DGFT service available on DGFT website and the issue details can also be shared with DGFT EDI helpdesk by sending an e-mail at dgftedi@nic.inquoting the Contact@DGFT reference number.

Members are requested to take note of this Trade notice and do the needful accordingly.

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S. G. Bharadi)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you might be aware, Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) seeks to provide tangible benefits in the form of faster Customs clearances and simplified Customs procedures to those business entities who offer a high degree of security guarantees in respect of their role in the supply chain.

The AEO Programme provides businesses with an internationally recognized quality mark which will indicate their secure role in the international supply chain and that their Customs procedures are efficient and compliant.  An entity with an AEO status can, therefore, be considered a ‘secure’ trader and a reliable trading partner.

For the economic operators other than importers and the exporters, AEO programme offers one tier of certification (i.e. AEO-LO) whereas for the importers and the exporters, there will be three tiers of certification (i.e. AEOT1, AEO-T2 and AEO-T3).

Eligibility conditions and criteria laid are  down under paragraph 3 of Board Circular No. 33/2016-Cus., dated 22-7-2016 (as modified vide and Circular No. 3/2018- Customs, dated January 17, 2018) ((available at: http://www.cbec.gov.in/Customs-Circulars-Instructions).  The council  has also recently informed the members about the amendments vide circular dated 31/01/2018.

Through this initiative, Indian Customs extends to its AEO members with certain benefits, including:

Inclusion of Direct Port Delivery of imports to ensure just-in-time inventory management by manufacturers – clearance from wharf to warehouse for AEO T1, T2 and T3.

 Inclusion of Direct Port Entry for factory stuffed containers meant for export by AEOs for AEO T1, T2 AND T3.

Provision of Deferred Payment of duties – delinking duty payment and Customs clearance for AEO T2 and AEO T3

Benefits of Mutual Recognition Agreements with other Customs Administrations for AEO T2 and AEO T3.

Faster disbursal of drawback amount

Fast tracking of refunds and adjudications

Extension of facilitation to exports in addition to imports depending on the tier of certification.

Self-certified copies of FTA / PTA origin related or any other certificates required for clearance would be accepted

Request based on-site inspection /examination

Paperless declarations with no supporting documents

Recognition by Partner Government Agencies and other Stakeholders as part of this programme.

In accordance with the conditions laid down in Para 4.07A of FTP 2015-2020, where there is no SION/valid Ad-hoc Norms for an export product and where SION has been notified but exporter intends to use additional inputs in the manufacturing process, eligible exporter, who is an AEO, can apply for an Advance Authorisation under this scheme on self-declaration and self ratification basis”

In view of the above, all the importers, especially those also availing DPD facility,  may apply for AEO certification so as to avail various significant benefits available to AEOs under the scheme, which also includes higher facilitation of Bills of Entry under RMS.

The application for AEO  certification may be submitted to the relevant Customs Houses of your Jurisdiction. The Customs Houses nominate their Client Relationship Manager (CRM) for  AEO entities in the jurisdiction.

In case of JNCH,  application may be Addressed to the Additional Commissioner of Customs, Chief Commissioner’s Office (CCO), Jawaharlal Nehru Custom House, Nhava Sheva, Tal:- Uran, Dist: Raigad, Pin – 400 707) with copy to AEO Programme Manager, Directorate of International Customs or in case of any doubt, to the AEO Programme Manager, Directorate of International Customs, 10th Floor, Tower II, Jeevan Bharti Building, Connaught Place, New Delhi – 110001 as per the procedure prescribed under CBEC Circular 33/2016 (as modified vide and Circular No. 3/2018- Customs, dated January 17, 2018) (available at: http://www.cbec.gov.in/Customs-Circulars-Instructions)

Members are requested to take note  and may do the  needful for trade facilitation.  Additional information (CRM’s, Fact Sheet, existing list of entities etc)  and the original circulars pertaining to AEO programme are available for download using below links:

http://www.cbec.gov.in/htdocs-cbec/home_links/india-aeo-prgm

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
S.G BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

This is regarding  IGST refund status at Ahmedabad Customs House as on 31/01/2018.

As per updates on the  Ahmedabad Customs  portal http://www.ahmedabadcustoms.gov.in/en/index.html,    the IGST refund status  is available as on 31/01/2018.

Concerned member-exporters may use  below link to access the IGST refund status file and check-

http://www.ahmedabadcustoms.gov.in/Documents/pdf-document/Public%20Notice%202017/AS%20ON%2031.01.2018.xlsx

Further, for any query related to refunds/errors,   Ahmedabad Customs House has issued Public Notice no. 02/2018 dated 11/01/2018 regarding Formation of IGST Refund helpdesk. You may contact the concerned team accordingly (Public Notice attached).

If  issues still persist,  please do write to   the council on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in & deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in  under CC to RO Ahmedabad (roahmedabad@chemexcil.gov.in).

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
(S.G. BHARADI)
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware,  the nationwide e-way Bill system for inter-State movement of goods on  compulsory basis  had come into effect from 1st February, 2018.   

However,  technical glitches/ issues were faced by the taxpayers on 1st Feb 2018 itself.

Taking cognizance of  the difficulties faced by the trade in generating e-way bill due to initial technological glitches, government has extended the trial phase for generation of e-way bill, both for inter and intra state movement of goods.It'll be applicable from a date to be notified.

In this regard, the  Central Board of Excise and Customs has issued  Notification No. 74/2017 – Central Tax dated  2nd February 2018  which rescinds  the earlier notification no 29th December, 2017 regarding implementation of e-way bill rules from 1st Feb 2018.

Members are requested to take note of this relaxation.   The Notification No. 74/2017 – Central Tax dated  2nd February 2018   is available for reference  on below hyperlink-

http://www.cbec.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/Notification-11-2018-central_tax-English.pdf

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
S.G BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

Kindly note that  O/o The Directorate General of Foreign Trade, New Delhi has issued Notification no. 47/2015-20 dated 31/01/2018 notifying   Schedule 2, Export Policy of ITC (HS), 2018.

The Schedule 2 pertains to the export policy of  items indicated along-with their conditions, if any, to be fulfilled.

Members are requested to  take of the  same/ check.  The details of items can  be downloaded using below link:

http://dgft.gov.in/exim/2000/itchs2017/export/EITCHS2018.html

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G. Bharadi
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As you are aware,  Hon’ble  Union Minister of Finance Shri Arun Jaitely has presented the Union Budget 2018-19 on 1st   February 2018.

The budget 2018-19  lays focus on strengthening agriculture and rural economy, provision of good health care to economically less privileged, taking care of senior citizens, infrastructure creation and working with the States to provide more resources for improving the quality of education in the country.

Also  steps will be taken for  Ease of Doing business further by stress on 'Ease of Leaving' for the common men of this country, especially for those belonging to poor & middle class of the society. Good governance also aims at minimum interference by the government in the life of common people of the country.

The key economic indicators as per budget statement <

GDP growth at 6.3% in the second quarter signaled turnaround of the economy.  The government estimates 7.2-7.5% GDP growth in second half of the current FY18.

India is today a $2.5 trillion economy and will become fifth largest economy in the world from the present seventh largest.

Fiscal deficit for 2017-18 at 3.5% and projected for 2018-19 at 3.3%

Our exports are expected to grow at 15% in 2017-18.

Divestment target for 2018-19 has been set at Rs 80,000 crore

Proposed spending on rural infra is Rs 14.34 lakh crore.

Gist of  provisions  in Union Budget 2018-19 from exports and chemicals perspective.

Medium, Small and Micro Enterprises (MSMEs)

Corporate Tax of 25% extended to companies with turnover up to Rs 250 cr in financial year 2016-17

Provided Rs. 3794 crore to MSME Sector for giving credit support, capital and interest subsidy and innovations.

It is proposed to onboard public sector banks and corporates on Trade Electronic Receivable Discounting System (TReDS) platform and link this with GSTN. Online loan sanctioning facility for MSMEs will be revamped for prompt decision making by the banks.

It is proposed to set a target of `3 lakh crore for lending under MUDRA for 2018-19 after having successfully exceeded the targets in all previous years.

Use of Fintech in financing space will help growth of MSMEs. A group in the Ministry of Finance is examining the policy and institutional development measures needed for creating right environment for Fintech companies to grow in India.

Tax proposals

Health and Education Cess

At present there is a 3% cess on personal income tax and corporation tax consisting of 2% cess for primary education and 1% cess for secondary and higher education. The existing 3% education cess will be replaced by a 4% “Health and Education Cess ” to be levied on the tax payable.

Indirect Tax.

To abolish the Education Cess and Secondary and Higher Education Cess on imported goods, and in its place impose a Social Welfare Surcharge, at the rate of 10% of the aggregate duties of Customs, on imported goods, to provide for social welfare schemes of the Government.  Goods which were hitherto exempt from Education Cesses on imported goods will, however, be exempt from this Surcharge.

CUSTOM TARIFFS

Amendments in Custom Act for Trade Facilitation / dispute resolution.

To make certain changes to the Customs Act, 1962, to further improve ease of doing business in cross border trade, and to align certain provisions with the commitments under the Trade Facilitation Agreement. To smoothen dispute resolution processes and to reduce litigation, certain amendments are being made, to provide for pre-notice consultation, definite timelines for adjudication and deemed closure of cases if those timelines are not adhered to.

To change the name of Central Board of Excise and Customs [CBEC] to Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).

You are requested to take note of the above provisions.  The original budget documents/ notifications are available for download using below link-

http://www.indiabudget.gov.in/ub2018-19/bs/bs.pdf

http://www.indiabudget.gov.in/cust.asp

http://www.indiabudget.gov.in/ub2018-19/cen/dojstru1.pdf

http://www.indiabudget.gov.in/ub2018-19/cen/dojstru2.pdf

We also look forward to your feed-back on the provisions of the Union Budget 2018-19.  The same can be mailed to us  on  ed@chemexcil.gov.in  & Deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in.<

Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
S.G Bharadi
Executive Director
CHEMEXCIL

Dear Members,

As per updates on GST Portal,  a dedicated  portal has been launched for grievance redressal.

The link for “Grievance Redressal Portal for GST”   is provided as follows:

https://selfservice.gstsystem.in/

We understand that the Portal has been designed for lodging complaints by taxpayers and other stakeholders. They can lodge Complaint here indicating issues or problems faced by them while working on GST portal instead of sending emails to the Helpdesk.

Further, with launch of this  Grievance Redressal Portal,  helpdesk@gst.gov.in  email address is no more available.

Members are requested to take note of this  new utility -Grievance Redressal Portal for GST and use it accordingly.

You are also requested to send  your feed-back  pertaining to this portal on our e-mail id’s-  ed@chemexcil.gov.in, deepak.gupta@chemexcil.gov.in & balani.lic@chemexcil.gov.in .

Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
S.G BHARADI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHEMEXCIL