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1. Determination of assessable value of imported car based on manufacturer's invoice, quotation, and certificate. 2. Consideration of manufacturer's catalogue in determining the value of imported goods. 3. Validity of quotation as a basis for assessing the value of imported goods. Issue 1: Determination of assessable value of imported car based on manufacturer's invoice, quotation, and certificate: The appellants imported a car and disputed the assessable value calculated by the authorities. They argued that the manufacturer's invoice or certificate should be considered, not the quotation. The Collector (Appeals) rejected their contentions, stating discrepancies between the certificate and invoice. The appellants' advocate cited legal precedents to support their position. However, the authorities maintained that the invoice was incomplete and represented a diplomatic price, not the actual value. The Tribunal agreed, emphasizing that in the absence of a genuine invoice, a quotation could be used under Rule 3A of Valuation Rules. The Tribunal upheld the authorities' decision, dismissing the appeal. Issue 2: Consideration of manufacturer's catalogue in determining the value of imported goods: The appellants argued that the manufacturer's catalogue should not be relied upon, emphasizing the importance of the invoice. Conversely, the Revenue representative justified the use of the catalogue, stating that it was issued to authorized local agents and could serve as a basis for valuation. The Tribunal analyzed the facts and concluded that in this case, the catalogue provided by local agents could be used to determine the value of the imported goods under Section 14A of the Customs Act, 1962. Therefore, the Tribunal upheld the decision to consider the manufacturer's catalogue in determining the assessable value. Issue 3: Validity of quotation as a basis for assessing the value of imported goods: The appellants contested the reliance on a quotation for assessing the value of the imported car. They argued that a quotation alone should not be the basis if a genuine invoice was available. The Revenue representative supported the use of a quotation, citing legal precedents. The Tribunal clarified that in the absence of a genuine invoice, a quotation could be used as a basis for valuation, as permitted under Section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962. The Tribunal highlighted that the price catalogue issued to local representatives could serve as the manufacturer's price, forming a valid basis for determining the value of imported goods. Consequently, the Tribunal upheld the decision to use the quotation in assessing the value and dismissed the appeal. This comprehensive analysis of the judgment highlights the issues surrounding the determination of the assessable value of imported goods based on various documents and legal interpretations presented by the parties involved.
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