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april 2003

Supreme Court of India · 2003-04-30

Commissioner Of Central Excise, ... vs Sharma Chemical Works

Citation / case number
AIR 2003 SUPREME COURT 2448
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Commissioner Of Central Excise, ...
Respondent
Sharma Chemical Works
Author
Brijesh Kumar
Bench
Brijesh Kumar

Judgment text excerpt

The case concerns the classification of 'Banphool Oil' for excise duty purposes, specifically whether it should be categorized as a 'perfumed hair oil' or an 'Ayurvedic Medicament'. The court examined the conflicting views between the technical and judicial members of the Customs, Excise and Gold (Control) Appellate Tribunal (CEGAT). Ultimately, the dispute centers on determining the correct Tariff Item for the product based on its composition and intended use.

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