Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH v HMRC: Solar Panel Classification Dispute Appeal Decision

• Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH used solar cells from Taiwan in the construction of solar panels
• HMRC contended that the solar panels should be classified under a specific commodity code
• The main issue was whether the solar cells were consigned from Taiwan or Vietnam
• The FTT considered various factors including a previous CJEU decision and notification of debt by HMRC
• The FTT concluded that the Appellant should be allowed remission of duty
• The appeal against HMRC’s refusal to remit duty was allowed, but other appeals were not addressed

Source: rpc.co.uk

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