The case involved valuation of imported goods, undervaluation, ...

Court Upholds Penalties for Undervaluation and Misdeclaration; Statement u/s 108 Deemed Voluntary; Appeal Partially Allowed.

June 6, 2024

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The case involved valuation of imported goods, undervaluation, admissibility of appellant's statement u/s 108, documentary evidence, computer printouts u/s 138C, recovery of customs duty and penalties u/s 114A, 114AA, 112(a)(ii), and 112(b)(ii) of Customs Act. The appellant's statement was held voluntary, supported by documents. Computer printouts were admissible. Undervaluation was proven. Extended limitation period applied due to intent to evade duty. Confiscation upheld due to misdeclaration. Penalties u/s 112, 114A, 114AA imposed for willful suppression. Past imports valuation not upheld. Appeal partially allowed.

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The case involved valuation of imported goods, undervaluation, ...

Court Upholds Penalties for Undervaluation and Misdeclaration; Statement u/s 108 Deemed Voluntary; Appeal Partially Allowed.

June 6, 2024

Case Laws Customs AT

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