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2022 (6) TMI 1230 - HC - CustomsSeeking unconditional release of consignments - import of white whole Areca Nuts of Sri Lankan origin - HELD THAT:- In the course of investigation the samples were drawn and sent to Arecanut Research and Development Foundation, Mangalore by the customs authorities for determination of Country of Origin. The report dated 30th January 2020 issued by Arecanut Research and Development Foundation, Mangalore states that "it seems to be of white whole Areca Nuts of Sri Lankan origin. The Areca nut samples supplied are of poor quality and as much as 20% of nuts are infested with moulds and does not comply with BIS standards for Areca nut. They are neither fit for chewing nor consumption by humans”. There is no affidavit in rejoinder and Mr.Inderpal Singh Nirmale counsel for petitioner stated that petitioner has not checked the goods recently but it is possible that what is stated in the affidavit in reply could be correct because of passage of time. Respondents are directed to destroy the consignment of Arecanuts as per the procedure prescribed within four weeks from today - petition disposed off.
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