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2013 (10) TMI 122 - AT - Customs


Issues:
- Stay petition for waiver of pre-deposit of penalties imposed under Customs Act, 1962 for alleged export of non-Basmati Rice as Basmati Rice.

Analysis:
1. The appellant filed a stay petition seeking the waiver of pre-deposit of penalties imposed by the adjudicating authority under Sections 114(i) and 114AA of the Customs Act, 1962, alleging an attempt to export non-Basmati Rice as Basmati Rice.

2. The appellant's counsel referred to a previous decision where unconditional stay was granted, arguing for similar treatment based on precedent. However, the departmental representative contended that the consignment did not meet the criteria for Basmati Rice, leading to the penalty imposition by the adjudicating authority.

3. The Tribunal disagreed with the department's position and the Commissioner's findings, citing specific notifications regarding the length of grain required for rice to be considered Basmati. The export consignment in question met this specification, indicating compliance with the relevant regulations.

4. Considering the arguments and the compliance with the notification requirements, the Tribunal found that the appellant had a strong prima facie case for the waiver of pre-deposit of penalties. Consequently, the application for waiver was allowed, and the recovery of the penalty amount was stayed pending the appeal's disposal.

 

 

 

 

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