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The imported goods, aluminum PS printing plates, were correctly classified under CTH 3701 as photographic printing plates, and not under CTH 84425020 as declared by the importer. The plates were sensitized and excluded from Chapter 8442 covering printing equipment and components. The Harmonized System Nomenclature and explanatory notes support classification under CTH 3701. Anti-dumping duty at $0.22/kg was applicable on pre-sensitized aluminum plates imported from China under Notification 25/2014, contrary to the importer's claim. The differential basic customs duty demand of Rs. 1,43,233/- and interest were upheld. Penalties u/ss 112(a) and 114AA of the Customs Act, as initially imposed, were restored. The Commissioner (Appeals) order was set aside, and the department's appeal allowed, confirming the original adjudicating authorities' order.
The imported goods, aluminum PS printing plates, were correctly classified under CTH 3701 as photographic printing plates, and not under CTH 84425020 as declared by the importer. The plates were sensitized and excluded from Chapter 8442 covering printing equipment and components. The Harmonized System Nomenclature and explanatory notes support classification under CTH 3701. Anti-dumping duty at $0.22/kg was applicable on pre-sensitized aluminum plates imported from China under Notification 25/2014, contrary to the importer's claim. The differential basic customs duty demand of Rs. 1,43,233/- and interest were upheld. Penalties u/ss 112(a) and 114AA of the Customs Act, as initially imposed, were restored. The Commissioner (Appeals) order was set aside, and the department's appeal allowed, confirming the original adjudicating authorities' order.
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