Classification of imported goods - Extended period of limitation...

Classification of imported goods - Extended period of limitation - The argument of the department that this is a case of self-assessment is factually incorrect. Though the appellant-importer has filed the Bill of Entry in the EDI system goods were subjected to open examination and the proper officer has examined the goods and forwarded it to the concerned group for assessment. Under such circumstances, it cannot be said that the Bills of Entry were subjected to self-assessment. This being the case, it is not open for the department to issue show cause notice invoking longer period and that too alleging suppression, misdeclaration etc. with intent to evade payment of duty. - AT