Import of ‘Worn Clothing' - CBEC Instructions
BOARD has re-issued the withdrawn Circular. Board reiterates that being a restricted item under ITC (HS), the import of ‘worn clothing' should be adjudicated and fine in lieu of confiscation and penalty imposed keeping in view the ‘margin of profit' on such unauthorized import and also the fact that such consignments should not get cleared by paying only nominal fine and penalty in future.
Board has also considered the possible health hazard associated with such imports and hence, decided that consignment of ‘used / worn clothing' will be given clearance by the Customs authorities only after proper fumigation of the consignment. The cost of fumigation will have to be borne by the concerned importers.
Board warns -Any laxity on the part of Customs officials in this regard will be viewed seriously.
CBEC Circular No. 22/2010-Cus., Dated: July 26, 2010