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Sarla Perfomance Fibers Ltd. Vs. Union of India (Bombay High Court)
Bombay HC directs CESTAT examination in Sarla Perf. Fibers vs. Union of India. Legal analysis of anti-dumping duty notifications. Petitioner challenges legality.
Introduction: In the legal matter of Sarla Perfomance Fibers Ltd. vs. Union of India, the Bombay High Court has directed the examination of contentions by the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) in a pending appeal. The petitioner challenges the legality of notifications imposing anti-dumping duty on nylon yarn imports. This article delves into the court’s decision and the petitioner’s grounds for appeal.
Key Points from the Judgment: The Hon’ble Bombay High Court, after considering arguments from both sides, disposes of the petition, directing that the issues raised will be examined and decided by the CESTAT in the pending appeal. The petitioner, an importer-manufacturer facing anti-dumping duty demands, contends that notifications extending the levy are illegal. The court references the precedent set by the Supreme Court in Kumho Petrochemicals and a similar case in Gima Manufacturing Pvt. Ltd. It emphasizes that the Tribunal is empowered to review and decide on the legality of such notifications.
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