The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification 73/2026-Customs (NT) concerning the Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations (SCMTR), 2018. This update, dated September 1, 2026, revises certain aspects of the regulations, although specific details of the changes are not provided in the subject line.
These regulations govern the documentation and procedures for sea cargo manifests and transshipment activities. Any changes could affect how importers and exporters prepare and submit their shipping documents. This is particularly relevant for those involved in large-scale sea shipments, such as those in the steel and chemicals industries, who rely on precise documentation for compliance and efficiency.
1) Open the official notice here
2) Check whether your CTH, documents or policy line is touched
3) Ask Neo's CHA before changing Bill of Entry or Shipping Bill practice