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Tribunal reduces redemption fine and penalty, directs deposit, appeal disposed in interest of justice The tribunal modified the impugned order, reducing the redemption fine and penalty imposed on the appellant. The appellant was directed to deposit the ...
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Tribunal reduces redemption fine and penalty, directs deposit, appeal disposed in interest of justice
The tribunal modified the impugned order, reducing the redemption fine and penalty imposed on the appellant. The appellant was directed to deposit the revised penalty amount. The appeal was disposed of based on the modifications made by the tribunal in the interest of justice.
Issues: Classification of imported goods under the Customs Tariff Heading, imposition of redemption fine, imposition of penalty.
Classification of Imported Goods: The appellant filed a bill of entry for clearance of "Brass Scrap Ebony" under CTH 74040012. Upon physical examination, it was found that the goods were predominantly copper. The Deputy Chief Chemist's report confirmed copper, zinc, and nickel content. The department reclassified the goods under CTH 74040029, determining the value at &8377; 24,15,654/-. The appellant's classification was changed to 74400012, leading to confiscation under Sections 111(d) and 111(m) of the Customs Act, 1962. The Commissioner (Appeals) upheld the adjudged dues against the appellant.
Imposition of Redemption Fine and Penalty: The appellant argued that the customs duty demand was already paid, focusing on the redemption fine and penalty. The duty demand in question was approximately &8377; 1.38 Lacs. The tribunal considered reducing the redemption fine and penalty due to the quantum of differential duty confirmed. The redemption fine was reduced from &8377; 2,00,000/- to &8377; 50,000/-, and the penalty was reduced from &8377; 50,000/- to &8377; 20,000/-. The modified order required the appellant to deposit the revised penalty amount.
Conclusion: The tribunal modified the impugned order, reducing the redemption fine and penalty imposed on the appellant. The appellant was directed to deposit the revised penalty amount. The appeal was disposed of based on the modifications made by the tribunal in the interest of justice.
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