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Key facts of the case:
Reference for a preliminary ruling: Varhoven administrativen sad - Bulgaria. Customs Code - Customs duties - Customs debt on importation - Interest on arrears - Period for the collection of interest on arrears - Compensatory interest.
Outcome of the case:
On those grounds, the Court (Fifth Chamber) hereby rules: