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1. Determination of whether the imported goods are capital goods. 2. Interpretation of the Exim policy regarding the import of second-hand capital goods. 3. Conflict between different paragraphs of the Exim policy. 4. Decision on the appeal by the department. Analysis: 1. The adjudicating Commissioner examined the imported heavy-duty Push Back Tractor used for shifting aircrafts inside airports to determine if they qualify as capital goods. It was established that the importers, being in the service industry, fall under the category of Non-Industrial Actual Users as per the Import-Export Policy. The Commissioner concluded that the imported goods, being second-hand capital goods with a minimum residual life of five years, are covered under Para 5.4 of the Policy. The Commissioner emphasized the distinction made between new and second-hand capital goods, stating that specific provisions prevail over general ones. Consequently, the goods were considered capital goods under Para 5.4 and were ordered to be cleared without a license. 2. The department argued that the impugned goods were restricted under paragraph 4.1 of the Exim policy based on ITC (HS) Classifications. However, the Commissioner permitted free import under paragraph 5.4, which specifically pertains to second-hand capital goods with a minimum residual life of five years imported by actual users. The Tribunal noted that paragraph 5.4 does not mention restricted goods, unlike paragraph 5.1. Therefore, the Tribunal agreed with the Commissioner's interpretation and decision to allow the import under paragraph 5.4. 3. Despite the reference to restricted items in paragraph 4.1 of the Exim policy, the Tribunal concurred with the Commissioner's decision to permit the import of second-hand machinery for handling aircraft under paragraph 5.4. The Tribunal highlighted that paragraph 5.4, appearing later in the policy, was correctly applied by the Commissioner, leading to the conclusion that the import of the goods was permissible under the Policy. 4. After considering the arguments and the Commissioner's interpretation of the Exim policy, the Tribunal concluded that there was no justification for interfering with the impugned order. Consequently, the department's appeal was rejected, affirming the decision to allow the clearance of the imported goods without a license. This comprehensive analysis of the judgment highlights the key issues addressed, the legal interpretations made, and the final decision rendered by the Tribunal, ensuring a detailed understanding of the case.
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