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Date: 13.10.2025
CESTAT Hyderabad Sets Aside Revocation of Customs Broker License
This Article has been written by Shri Ravi Shekhar Jha, Advocate based in New Delhi. The views expressed are based on his interpretation of the law. He can be reached at his email id intelconsul@gmail.com or on his Mobile +91-9999005379.
In a significant judgment, the Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), Hyderabad, has set aside the revocation of the Customs House Agent (CHA) license of M/s SK International. The case, which revolved around allegations of misdeclaration of goods during export, highlights the importance of due process and evidence in disciplinary actions against Customs Brokers. β
Background of the Case
M/s SK International, a Customs House Agent, faced allegations of contravening several regulations under the Customs House Agents Licensing Regulations (CHALR), 2004, and Customs Brokers Licensing Regulations (CBLR), 2013. β The accusations stemmed from their involvement in filing shipping bills for exporters allegedly attempting to export fertilizer items disguised as βCephalexin Monohydrateβ to claim undue drawback benefits. β
The Commissioner of Customs, Hyderabad, issued a Show Cause Notice (SCN) and subsequently revoked the CHA license of M/s SK International, citing violations of obligations under various regulations. β Aggrieved by this decision, the appellant approached the Tribunal, challenging the legality of the revocation.
Source: CESTAT Hyderabad
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