Incorrect Chapter Heading/Description at the time of generating Shipping Bill

[Ashok Chopra]

Respected Forum,

We are manufacturer exporter,

(1) at the time of export, CHA mentioned incorrect chapter heading of item in shipping bill.

(2) Mismatch of Chapter Heading and Description of goods on shipping bill.

It came to our knowledge at the time of getting M.E.I.S benefit. DGFT disallowed benefit, as chapter heading mentioned in shipping bill does not fall in the schedule for mistake no. 1 and Description and Chapter heading does not match for mistake no. 2.

My queries:-

1. Is there any procedure of post export amendment in shipping bill and get the chapter heading corrected on EP copy as all other copies of shipping bill has been utilized?

2. Any other procedure How can i get MEIS benefit of these shipping bill?

3. If yes, please provide me documentary evidence to satisfy custom authority.

PLEASE GUIDE ME ACCORDINGLY

Thanks and regard.

Ashok Chopra

AI Summary

Exporter Seeks Amendment for Shipping Bill Errors to Claim MEIS Benefits Under Customs Act, 1962 A manufacturer-exporter faced issues when incorrect chapter headings were listed on their shipping bill, affecting eligibility for the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) benefits. The discrepancy was identified when the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) disallowed the benefit due to mismatched chapter headings and descriptions. The exporter sought advice on post-export amendments to rectify the shipping bill. Responses highlighted relevant sections of the Customs Act, 1962, allowing amendments based on existing documentation at the time of export. The discussion emphasized the importance of accurate documentation and the possibility of rectifying clerical errors.