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Kabir Oldtex Vs Commissioner of Customs (CESTAT Delhi)
Introduction: The case of Kabir Oldtex vs Commissioner of Customs (CESTAT Delhi) delves into the ramifications of a delayed Export Obligation Discharge Certificate (EODC) issuance by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the CESTAT Delhi order, shedding light on key aspects and the ultimate deletion of penalties imposed on the importer.
Detailed Analysis
1. Background and Short Question: The appellant challenged the Order-in-Appeal No. 315/2019, where the Commissioner of Customs (Appeals) affirmed the findings of the Adjudicating Authority, dismissing the appeal. The central question revolves around whether the appellant is obliged to fulfill the export obligation within the notification’s prescribed time or if it is contingent on the issuance of the EODC by the DGFT.
2. Export Obligation Conditions and DGFT License: The appellant, holding an EPCG License, imported a Needle Detector Machine, benefiting from a concessional duty rate. The license mandated fulfilling export obligations within eight years. The issue arose when the Customs Department alleged non-compliance, triggered by the DGFT’s delay in issuing the EODC.
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