Tribunal upholds confiscation of goods, sets aside penalties for weight mis-declaration. Appellants not found to act with malafide intent.

The Tribunal upheld the impugned orders for confiscation of imported goods and redemption fine due to mis-declaration of weight. However, the penalties imposed were set aside as they were deemed too harsh, despite finding no malafide intent by the appellants. The appeals were disposed of accordingly, with the orders modified to exclude the penalties.

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Issues: Confiscation of imported goods, redemption fine, imposition of penalty based on mis-declaration of weight.

Analysis:
1. The appeals were filed against a common Order-in-Appeal upholding impugned orders for confiscation of imported goods, redemption fine, and penalty due to mis-declaration of weight. The key issue was whether the actions by the lower authorities were correct.

2. The details of excess quantity and penalties imposed for each appeal were presented. The appellants argued that the excess weight was due to packing material, denying mis-declaration. The Revenue's Authorized Representative contended the excess weight was substantial, justifying the penalties imposed.

3. After considering arguments and records, the Tribunal agreed with the Revenue's Representative, noting the packing list's carton and net weight details. While finding no malafide intent by the appellants, the Tribunal deemed the penalties too harsh, leading to the penalties being set aside.

4. Ultimately, the impugned orders were upheld, but with the modification of setting aside the penalties. The appeals were disposed of accordingly, with the operative part of the order pronounced at the conclusion of the hearing.

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