Appellant Entitled to 15% Interest on Rs. 15.5 Lakhs Redemption Fine Refund u/s 11B of Central Excise Act.

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....Claim of interest on the refund amount of redemption fine - section 11B of Central Excise Act - It is clear that since the order of confiscation of goods has already been set aside the amount of redemption fine as was deposited by the appellant was an amount of revenue deposit with the department - the appellant to be entitled for the interest on the refunded amount of Rs.15.5 Lakhs (the redemption fine) to be paid from the date of its deposit at the rate of 15% per annum. - AT....