DISPATCH UNDER ANNEXURE 45 AND PROCEDURE

[SANJEEV JADHAV]

Dear Sir, We are manufacturer of Alloy and St-Steel Castings falling under C.S.H. No. 73259920 and 73259930 respectively. Our customer has sent Annexure 45 (Application under Central Excise (Removal of Goods at concessional Rate of Duty for Manufacture of Excisable Goods) Rules, 2001. We will supply them castings and our customer will use these castings for manufacture of Industrial valves to be exported under Bond. Please confirm below points :-

1] Whether we have to reverse 6% duty under Rule 6 (3) of Cenvat Credit Rules, 2004.

2] Whether we have to prepare Form A.R.E.-3.

Please inform what procedure we have to follow to avoid any discrepancy form Excise department in future.

Hoping your suitable suggestion in this regard.

AI Summary

Steel Casting Manufacturer Advised on Duty Reversal and Form A.R.E.-3 for Export Compliance Under Rule 6(3) A manufacturer of alloy and stainless steel castings sought advice on handling Annexure 45 under the Central Excise Rules, specifically regarding the reversal of 6% duty under Rule 6(3) of Cenvat Credit Rules, 2004, and the preparation of Form A.R.E.-3. Respondents advised that reversing the duty is unnecessary, but preparing Form A.R.E.-3 is required. They referenced specific notifications and emphasized that most legal formalities are the responsibility of the customer using the goods for manufacturing finished products for export. The manufacturer was advised to ensure proper documentation and compliance with notifications.