Duty-free input clarification invalidates seizure and show-cause action over captive capital-goods manufacture within an Export Oriented Unit.

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....Duty-free inputs common to finished goods and capital goods may be used for captive manufacture within a 100% Export Oriented Unit where capital goods are accounted for and bonded. Liability arises if those capital goods are cleared outside the unit, or upon debonding or exit from the scheme. The admitted application of this clarification resolved the dispute over inputs used in such manufacture, resulting in quashing of the seizure memoranda and show-cause notice, refund of deposits, and cancellation of the bank guarantee. Interest on the refund remained open for determination in accordance with law.....