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        <h1>Machinery confiscation upheld for illegal removal from EOU scheme without following prescribed procedures under Notifications 52/2003-Cus and 22/2003-CE</h1> <h3>M/s Elentec India Pvt. Ltd. Versus Commissioner of Central Excise, Noida</h3> M/s Elentec India Pvt. Ltd. Versus Commissioner of Central Excise, Noida - TMI 1. ISSUES PRESENTED and CONSIDEREDThe core legal questions considered in this judgment include:Whether the removal of machines/goods imported or procured duty-free by a 100% Export Oriented Unit (EOU) from bonded premises to a Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) unit without observing prescribed procedures and without payment of Customs/Central Excise duty is legal and liable for confiscation.Whether Customs/Central Excise duty and interest are payable on the impugned goods, and if so, whether duty is payable on the depreciated value.Whether penalties are imposable under the Customs/Central Excise Acts/Rules for the actions of the appellant.2. ISSUE-WISE DETAILED ANALYSISIssue 1: Legality of Removal and Liability for ConfiscationRelevant Legal Framework and Precedents: The relevant legal provisions include Section 111(j) of the Customs Act, 1962, and Rule 25(1) of the Central Excise Rules, 2002. The court also referred to notifications under the EOU scheme, specifically Notification Nos. 52/2003-Cus and 22/2003-CE, which outline conditions for duty-free importation and use of goods within EOU premises.Court's Interpretation and Reasoning: The court found that the appellant, a 100% EOU, removed machines/goods from bonded premises to a DTA unit under the guise of job work without following the prescribed procedures or obtaining necessary permissions. This was viewed as a deliberate act to avail undue benefits under the EOU scheme.Key Evidence and Findings: The appellant admitted to removing the machines under job work challans without proper authorization. The court noted that the procedures under the EOU scheme are stringent and must be followed precisely to prevent revenue leakage.Application of Law to Facts: The court applied the legal provisions to conclude that the impugned goods were liable for confiscation due to non-compliance with procedural requirements.Treatment of Competing Arguments: The appellant argued that the removal was procedural and based on a bona fide belief. However, the court rejected this, emphasizing that ignorance of the law is no excuse.Conclusions: The court upheld the confiscation of the goods under the relevant legal provisions.Issue 2: Duty and Interest LiabilityRelevant Legal Framework and Precedents: The court considered Section 28(4) of the Customs Act, 1962, and Section 11A(4) of the Central Excise Act, 1944, regarding the recovery of unpaid duties. The court also referred to precedents that emphasize strict compliance with exemption conditions.Court's Interpretation and Reasoning: The court found that the appellant evaded payment of duties by removing goods without following the prescribed procedures. The court emphasized that benefits under the EOU scheme are contingent upon strict adherence to conditions.Key Evidence and Findings: The appellant's removal of goods without permission or payment of duties was undisputed. The court noted that the appellant failed to prove compliance with exemption conditions.Application of Law to Facts: The court applied the legal provisions to determine that the appellant was liable for the payment of duties and interest.Treatment of Competing Arguments: The appellant argued for depreciation on the value of goods, but the court rejected this, citing the absence of necessary permissions.Conclusions: The court upheld the demand for duties and interest, rejecting the appellant's claim for depreciation.Issue 3: Imposition of PenaltiesRelevant Legal Framework and Precedents: The court considered Section 114A of the Customs Act, 1962, and Section 11AC of the Central Excise Act, 1944, regarding penalties for evasion of duties. The court also referred to precedents that support the imposition of penalties in cases of non-compliance.Court's Interpretation and Reasoning: The court found that the appellant's actions constituted a deliberate attempt to evade duties, warranting the imposition of penalties. The court emphasized that penalties serve as exemplary punishment for intended deception.Key Evidence and Findings: The appellant's removal of goods without compliance was viewed as intentional, justifying penalties.Application of Law to Facts: The court applied the legal provisions to uphold the penalties imposed on the appellant.Treatment of Competing Arguments: The appellant argued against penalties, citing voluntary payment of duties and interest. However, the court rejected this, emphasizing that penalties are justified in cases of deliberate non-compliance.Conclusions: The court upheld the penalties imposed on the appellant.3. SIGNIFICANT HOLDINGSPreserve Verbatim Quotes of Crucial Legal Reasoning: The court stated, 'Ignorance of Law is no excuse' and emphasized that 'fraud vitiates everything.'Core Principles Established: The court reinforced the principle that strict compliance with procedural requirements is necessary to avail benefits under exemption schemes. The court also emphasized that penalties are justified in cases of deliberate non-compliance.Final Determinations on Each Issue: The court upheld the confiscation of goods, the demand for duties and interest, and the imposition of penalties. The court reduced the redemption fine from Rs. 75,10,000/- to Rs. 50,00,000/-.

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