{
  "id": 9584441,
  "title": "FBR Imposes Higher Tax on Empty Perfume Bottles",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/fbr-imposes-higher-tax-on-empty-perfume-bottles",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-24T15:55:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/24/fbr-imposes-higher-tax-on-empty-perfume-bottles/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Directorate General of Customs Valuation in Karachi has raised the customs values for imported empty glass bottles used in perfumes, cosmetics and other items, originating from any country. This change was announced through Valuation Ruling No. 2210 of 2026, issued on Thursday. Previously, these goods had been evaluated at lower amounts. The Directorate initiated this higher assessment to ensure consistent valuation and safeguard government income, under Section 25A of the Customs Act of 1969. Importers and relevant parties were invited to the process and asked to present import records, invoices and evidence supporting their declared values. The Directorate met with stakeholders to analyze the valuation issue and asked for supporting papers like sales tax invoices and verified export paperwork from the countries of origin. However, the stakeholders did not submit the necessary documents, as stated in the ruling. The Directorate then examined import data from the past 90 days, combined with available import documents, to gauge current market price trends. A market inquiry was also part of the valuation process. After reviewing, the Directorate used the market information and analysis to establish the revised customs values under Section 25(7) of the Customs Act, 1969. The decision was made following legal procedures, aiming for uniformity and transparency in customs value determination.",
  "summary": "The Directorate General of Customs Valuation, Karachi, has increased the customs values of imported empty glass bottles used for perfumes, … Read More The post FBR Imposes Higher Tax on Empty Perfume Bottles appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}