Problem
Problem
Problem
Problem: 2
(a) Compute the customs liability as per the provisions of customs Act 1962 from the
following information. Make suitable assumption and indicate the same in your answer:
Product Imported – X
Total FOB value of the goods US $74,000
Quantity imported 100 mts
Ocean freight US $10,000
Insurance US $740
Landing charges 1% of CIF value
Exchange rate 1 US $=Rs. 37
Date of presentation of B/E 28.02.97
Date of Entry inwards of the vessel 3.3.97
Customs duty rates:
Types of Customs duty 28.2.97 3.3.97
(i) Basic customs duty 30% 25%
(ii) Special customs duty 2% 2%
(iii) Countervailing duty 10% 8%