Budget 2007 – Central Excise – New items subject to MRP based duty

RSP based assessment will be extended from a date to be notified to:

(a)  Personal computers   (including lap tops)

(b) Computer printers

(c) Computer monitors

(d) Computer key boards

(e) Scanners

(f) Computer mouse

(g) Ink cartridge with print head assembly

(h) Fax machines

(i) Modems

(j) Set top boxes for gaining access to internet

(k) Set top boxes for television sets

Third Schedule of the Central Excise Act is being amended so as to include these items.