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Date: 29.09.2025
Madras High Court Grants Provisional Release of Imported 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.
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, presided over by Honourable Justice, has delivered a significant order in the case of M/s. β Genuine Spices vs. β The Commissioner of Customs & Others. β The case revolved around the import of goods classified as roasted areca nuts, which were detained by customs authorities on grounds of alleged misdeclaration. β
Background of the Case
M/s. Genuine Spices, represented by its proprietor, had imported goods under Bill of Entry No. β 4225311 dated June 28, 2024. β The customs authorities refused to clear the goods, claiming that they did not fall under the classification of roasted areca nuts. β The petitioner, however, maintained that the goods were indeed roasted areca nuts and challenged the show cause notice issued by the respondents. β The petitioner also highlighted the perishable nature of the goods and sought relief from the court to prevent their disposal by customs authorities.
Source: Madras High Court
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