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1. Classification of imported synthetic industrial diamonds under Customs Act, 1962. 2. Interpretation of relevant notifications and provisions of Chapter 71 and Chapter 92. 3. Determination of whether the imported goods are identifiable parts of musical instruments. 4. Assessment of the goods under Heading 71.02 or Heading 92.01/13. Analysis: The judgment by the Appellate Tribunal CEGAT New Delhi involved the classification of imported synthetic industrial diamonds under the Customs Act, 1962. The Respondents imported the goods via post parcel and claimed assessment under Heading 71.02 read with Notification No. 98/78 at 40%. However, the Appellate Collector classified the goods under Heading 71.02 based on various grounds, including the general uses of industrial diamonds in industry and specific notifications. The Central Government tentatively viewed that the goods were specially shaped for use as parts of musical instruments, leading to a notice to set aside the Appellate Collector's order. The Respondents argued that the goods were raw materials used in various industries and not identifiable parts of musical instruments. They emphasized the industrial nature of the goods and their processing methods, refuting the Government's contentions. The Respondents also highlighted that the goods were synthetic industrial diamonds and should be classified under Chapter 71, not Chapter 92. They provided examples of processing and usage to support their classification argument. The Respondents referenced previous cases and interpretative rules to strengthen their position. On the other hand, the Government contended that the goods were identifiable parts of musical instruments and should be assessed under Heading 92.01/13. The Tribunal analyzed the case, referencing a previous judgment involving sapphire tips and concluded that the imported goods were correctly assessable under Heading 92.01/13. They noted the specific size and shape of the goods for use in sound recorders or reproducers, supporting their classification as parts of musical instruments under Heading 92.01/13. In their decision, the Tribunal set aside the Appellate Collector's order and allowed the appeal, ruling in favor of classifying the imported synthetic industrial diamonds under Heading 92.01/13. They emphasized the importance of the specific size and shape of the goods for their use in sound recorders or reproducers, disregarding arguments about the industrial nature of the goods or their processing methods. The judgment highlighted the relevance of previous cases and interpretative rules in determining the classification of goods under the Customs Act, 1962.
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