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1. Violation of conditions under Notification No. 13/81-Cus. 2. Allegation of suppression and failure to seek extension of warehousing period. 3. Time limitation for applying for extension. 4. Applicability of exemption benefits. 5. Compliance with Customs Act, 1962 provisions. 6. Consideration of suppression and technical breach. 7. Proper importation, manufacturing, and exportation processes. Issue 1 - Violation of Notification Conditions: The case involves the appellant holding a valid license under the 100% export-oriented scheme, importing raw materials for their finished product under exemption benefits. However, the appellant failed to utilize the imported raw materials within the stipulated time frame as per Notification No. 13/81-Cus., leading to a violation of the conditions for customs duty exemption. Issue 2 - Allegation of Suppression and Failure to Seek Extension: The appellant was alleged to have suppressed facts by not seeking an extension of the warehousing period for the imported raw materials beyond the permitted one year. Despite working under the 100% EOU scheme, the failure to comply with the necessary procedures and seek extensions was considered a serious breach. Issue 3 - Time Limitation for Applying for Extension: The appellant argued that there was no specific time limitation for applying for an extension of the warehousing period. However, the failure to seek an extension within a reasonable time was deemed fatal to their case, as per the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. Issue 4 - Applicability of Exemption Benefits: The appellant contended that the benefits of the exemption notification should not be denied, emphasizing substantial compliance with the notification's conditions. However, the failure to meet the specific requirements, such as timely utilization of raw materials, undermined their claim for exemption. Issue 5 - Compliance with Customs Act Provisions: The judgment extensively analyzed the appellant's compliance with various sections of the Customs Act, 1962, particularly focusing on Sections 28, 59, 61, 67, and 72. The failure to adhere to these provisions, especially regarding warehousing and utilization of raw materials, led to adverse consequences for the appellant. Issue 6 - Consideration of Suppression and Technical Breach: The court rejected the appellant's argument that the failure to seek extension and the unauthorized storage of raw materials were mere technical breaches. The deliberate omission to comply with essential procedures and regulations was viewed as suppression, impacting the validity of their claims. Issue 7 - Proper Importation, Manufacturing, and Exportation Processes: While the appellant demonstrated proper importation, manufacturing, and exportation processes, the violation of specific conditions under the notification regarding timely utilization of raw materials raised significant concerns. The court emphasized the importance of strict adherence to all conditions for availing exemption benefits. In conclusion, the judgment upheld the impugned order, emphasizing the critical nature of compliance with notification conditions, Customs Act provisions, and the necessity to seek extensions for warehousing periods. The court found no grounds to set aside the order due to the appellant's failure to meet essential requirements, leading to the rejection of the appeal.
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