Representation before Customs Authorities

Customs disputes commonly turn on classification, valuation, and the eligibility for exemptions or scheme benefits, and arrive as queries, show-cause notices, or demands.

The firm represents you through assessment and adjudication, and supports appeals before the appellate authorities alongside counsel.

Customs representation covers the dispute cycle, including:

• Classification and valuation disputes
• Show-cause notices and demands of duty, interest, and penalty
• Exemption, FTA-benefit, and drawback disputes
• Adjudication before the customs authorities
• Support for appeals before the Commissioner (Appeals) and CESTAT, with counsel

1. 01

   Review the matter

   Understand the goods, the issue, and the demand.

2. 02

   Build the case

   Assemble the tariff, valuation, and documentary position.

3. 03

   Represent

   Make submissions and appear in the adjudication.

4. 04

   Appeal

   Support the appeal with counsel where the order warrants.

PBT defends your customs position with a sound tariff and valuation case.

• Well-grounded classification and valuation arguments
• Replies to show-cause notices and demands
• Representation through adjudication
• Coordination with counsel for CESTAT appeals
• Scope, deliverables, and fees agreed in writing up front

• What do most customs disputes involve?

  Usually classification of the goods, their valuation, or eligibility for an exemption or scheme benefit. We build the case on the tariff and the documents.

• Can you handle CESTAT appeals?

  We support appeals before the Commissioner (Appeals) and CESTAT, working with counsel where representation by an advocate is appropriate.

• How long does it take?

  Adjudication and appeals follow the customs timelines, which can run over months; notice replies are prompt.