ICETAB Launched to Boost Export Efficiency and Transparency at CBIC Conference in New Delhi

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) launched a cutting-edge digital initiative, ICETAB, at the 2-day Conference of Chief Commissioners and Director Generals of CBIC held at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi.

The conference was chaired by senior officials of CBIC and served as a platform for strategic discussions on streamlining customs and indirect tax administration. One of the key highlights of the event was the formal launch of ICETAB – a tablet-based digital inspection tool designed to empower customs officers with real-time technology during the examination of export consignments.

According to the board, ICETAB will significantly improve speed, transparency, and efficiency in the export inspection process. The device allows officers to digitally record, monitor, and manage export inspections, reducing manual paperwork and minimizing delays in the clearance of goods.

Speaking at the event, officials noted that this initiative represents a pivotal step in strengthening India’s competitiveness in global trade. By integrating modern technology into core customs operations, the ICETAB aims to digitally empower export procedures, ensuring seamless processing and enhancing India’s standing in international logistics and trade facilitation indices.

This move aligns with the government’s broader goal of promoting ‘Ease of Doing Business’ and fostering a trade-friendly environment that supports exporters, particularly MSMEs, in navigating global markets efficiently.

The conference also covered key policy matters, compliance strategies, and the ongoing modernization of customs processes, reaffirming CBIC’s commitment to building a robust, tech-driven framework for indirect taxation and international trade in India.

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Mariya Paliwala
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