Chip import without IEC

Dear Sir/Madam, I have imported 10 Qty of electronic chips (worth rs 2500) from USA for my own hobby and research work. I have a MSME registered company. I have ordered it on company name. I dont have any business or turnover and do not operate professionally yet so I dont have a current account, GST etc to get an IEC code. Custom clearance require CHIMS certificate which can only get after having an IEC code. This chips are not going to be used for any business use or earning money and only using them for my own hobby work. Since I cannot generate a CHIMS certificate , DHL has told me to write an exemption letter to Dp. Commissioner of Custom requesting wavier. My questions are - If the custom officer decline my letter what will happen? Am I liable for any penalty or imprisonment etc? If the custom officer ask me to visit in person ( DHL has told me they can ask to visit) and If I dont go what will happen in that case? I cannot spend another 2-3k to visit Mumbai for a 2.5K courier. Will this lead to any legal action. Thank you