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21 April 2015 We are steel manufacturing company and excisable firm. we sale some material for no-excisable firm but now 50% material rejected and party return back rejected material throw debite note. but its not excisable firm .Now can we reverse Excise duty throw debite note. Please tell me

A.K.Chauhan

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23 April 2015 From Ashok

Asha Kanta Sharma

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19 July 2024 In the scenario where you have sold material to a non-excisable firm and 50% of the material has been rejected and returned via a debit note, here’s how you should handle the excise duty:

### Reversal of Excise Duty:

1. **Excise Duty Reversal on Rejected Material**: Since the returned material is not going to be utilized further (as it has been rejected), the excise duty paid on this material needs to be reversed.

2. **Procedure for Reversal**:
- Prepare a debit note specifically for the reversal of excise duty. This debit note should clearly mention the original invoice number, date, quantity and value of the material being returned, and the amount of excise duty charged on that material.
- Calculate the excise duty amount to be reversed based on the proportion of the material returned (50% in this case).

3. **Documentary Requirements**:
- Maintain proper documentation, including copies of the original invoice, debit note issued by the buyer for returning the goods, and the debit note you issue for excise duty reversal.
- These documents are crucial for audit and compliance purposes to demonstrate that excise duty reversal has been correctly accounted for.

4. **Accounting Treatment**:
- Debit the excise duty account and credit the appropriate ledger account (such as Sales Return or Excise Duty Payable account) for the amount being reversed.
- Ensure that this reversal is reflected correctly in your excise records and books of accounts.

### Compliance and Legal Considerations:

- **Excise Rules**: Refer to the specific provisions of the Central Excise Act and Rules regarding the reversal of excise duty on returned goods.
- **Audit and Verification**: Be prepared for scrutiny by excise authorities and ensure all documentation is in order to support the excise duty reversal.

### Conclusion:

Reversing excise duty through a debit note for returned material from a non-excisable firm is permissible under excise regulations. Ensure that the process is documented accurately and complies with the applicable legal requirements to avoid any issues during audits or assessments. If you have specific doubts or need further clarification, consulting with a tax advisor or legal expert familiar with excise laws would be advisable.

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