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Date: 04.10.2025
Bombay High Court Upholds Importers Right to Re-Testing of Seized Goods
This Article has been written by Shri Ravi Shekhar Jha, Advocate based in New Delhi. The views expressed are based on his interpretation of the law. He can be reached at his email id intelconsul@gmail.com or on his Mobile +91-9999005379.
In a significant ruling by the Bombay High Court, the case of Appellant vs. Union of India & Others sheds light on the importance of trade facilitation measures and the Government of Indiaβs commitment to the βEase of Doing Businessβ policy. This judgment, addresses the contentious issue of re-testing seized goods and the procedural hurdles faced by importers.
Background of the Case
The petitioner, Appellant, a business proprietor, sought relief against the refusal by Customs Authorities to re-test seized cashew nuts. β The goods were initially tested in a Maharashtra laboratory, yielding favorable results. However, subsequent samples were sent to a Kerala laboratory, which reported adverse findings. β The petitioner argued that the refusal to re-test the goods in Maharashtra was unreasonable and contrary to the guidelines outlined in Public Notice No. 97 of 2017.
Source: Bombay High Court
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