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Aspam Petronergy Pvt Ltd Vs C.C.-Kandla (CESTAT Ahmedabad)
In a recent case, Aspam Petronergy Pvt Ltd Vs C.C.-Kandla, before the CESTAT Ahmedabad, an important issue regarding the mis-declaration of the country of origin surfaced, raising questions about the liabilities of the importer in such instances. The case delved into various aspects including classification of imported goods, valuation, and penalties imposed on the importer. However, one of the pivotal points of contention was the incorrect mention of the country of origin in the bills of entry filed by the appellant.
The dispute stemmed from the mis-declaration of the country of origin in the bills of entry, wherein the goods were declared to have originated from UAE while they actually hailed from Iran. The Revenue argued that this mis-declaration warranted penalties and further actions against the importer. However, the appellant contended that the incorrect declaration was unintentional and was based on documents received from the supplier.
The Tribunal scrutinized this issue along with other pertinent matters and rendered a comprehensive judgment, shedding light on the legal implications of mis-declaration of country of origin by importers. The tribunal’s decision underscores several key points:
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