FirstCry Customs Order Received Regarding Duty Exemption

FirstCry has received an order from the Commissioner of Customs (Adjudication), Mumbai, related to an alleged violation of concessional Basic Customs Duty exemption. The order, received on January 14, 2026, demands ₹6,56,58,134, including differential duty, redemption fine and penalties. The company believes it has a strong case and is seeking legal advice to appeal the order.

Customs Order Details

FirstCry (Brainbees Solutions Limited) has been issued an order by the Office of the Commissioner of Customs (Adjudication), Mumbai, concerning alleged violations related to a concessional Basic Customs Duty exemption. The issue pertains to compliance with procedural aspects of documentation related to the country of origin for imported goods under the Asia-Pacific Trade Agreement (APTA) framework.

Financial Implications

The order demands a total of ₹6,56,58,134, which includes:

  • Differential duty of ₹2,13,29,067
  • Redemption fine of ₹1,15,00,000
  • Penalty of ₹2,13,29,067
  • Penalty of ₹1,15,00,000
  • Company Response

    FirstCry believes it has a strong case on merit and is pursuing legal counsel to file an appeal against the order. The company states it maintains high standards of integrity, corporate governance, and compliance, including prompt tax payments, and remains committed to upholding these standards.

    Source: BSE

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