KARACHI: Chief Collector Appraisement South Wajid Ali has advised the formations that Goods Declarations (GDs), wherein imports are made through third party traders/brokers based in UAE, Hong Kong and Singapore be kept under strict vigilance during assessment and examination.
In such cases, the goods usually originate from a third country (mostly China) whereas invoice is issued by traders based in above named countries. This modus operandi is susceptible to misuse for under-invoicing and avoiding IPO restrictions.
Assessing officers are directed to remain vigilant in assessment of the subject Goods Declarations and the assessment of such cases be finalized by the Deputy Collector/Assistant Collector of the concerned assessment group.
In suspected cases, the Deputy Collector/ Assistant Collectors Group should carry out verification of export documents/invoices from shipping companies and obtain certificates of origin from the importers.
Moreover, the provisions of section 25 and 25A of the Customs Act should be strictly adhered to. The examination of subject consignments should be conducted under the supervision of Deputy/Assistant Collector (Examination) to confirm all aspects including original invoice and origin of goods.