Dispute Over Redemption Fine and Penalty for Goods Release; Section 18(2) Adjustment Without Section 28(1) Demand Challenged.

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....Levy of redemption fine and penalty - provisional release of goods - the appellant paid entire amount of the differential duty along with interest thereon and 15% duty as penalty - Without demanding duty under Section 28(1) of the Act, how can it be adjusted under section 18(2) of the Act. Technically speaking the demand of differential duty is also not sustainable in the circumstances till finalization of the assessment; as the appellant has not contested the payment of duty and sought conclusion of the matter under Section 28(5) of the Act. - AT....