SC to decide on Classification of `Nimbooz’

Commissioner of Central Excise Hyderabad-I Vs Aradhana Foods And Juices Pvt. Ltd. (Supreme Court of India)

The short question which is posed for consideration of this Court is whether the product `Nimbooz’ can be classified under item `Lemonade’ and/or as `fruit pulp or fruit juice based drinks’.

Issue notice returnable on 27.04.2022.

Dasti, in addition, is permitted.

Ms. Charanya Lakshmikumaran, learned counsel accepts notice on behalf of the respondent.

Counter affidavit, if any, to be filed on or before 11.04.2022.

Rejoinder affidavit, if any, to be filed within one week thereafter.