- M&S Property Services (NW) Ltd imported goods under incorrect commodity code
- HMRC found correct commodity code with higher duty rates
- HMRC issued C18 Post-Clearance Demand Notices for £18,924.98
- Appellant appealed to First-tier Tribunal (FTT)
- FTT had to determine if goods imported had pedal assistance
- Appellant provided evidence, but FTT found it insufficient
- FTT dismissed the appeal, making Appellant liable to pay C18’s in full
- Case provides guidance on burden of proof in classification disputes
- Importer must gather robust evidence and provide accurate descriptions of goods when corresponding with HMRC.
Source: rpc.co.uk
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