The Directorate General of Customs Valuation Karachi has updated the customs values for imported mobile phone LCD screens from China and Hong Kong, replacing rates last set in 2021.
The new valuation ruling, issued under Valuation Ruling No. 1979 of 2025, supersedes the previous ruling (1576/2021).
According to the directorate, the revision was necessary due to changes in import trends, market fluctuations, and differences in declared customs values. The assessment was conducted under Sections 25 and 25A of the Customs Act, 1969.
A comprehensive review of import data from the last 90 days was carried out, including an analysis of transaction values and declared prices. Stakeholders from the import sector were consulted during the process, and their concerns were considered in determining the revised values.
Importers were also asked to submit supporting documentation to validate their claims. The directorate stated that the updated customs values will now serve as the basis for duty and tax assessments on imported LCD screens.
