Opium Derivatives Classified under Medicinal Preparations Act

The Appellate Tribunal CESTAT NEW DELHI held that opium derivatives such as Nascopine and Papavarine fall under the Medicinal and Toilet Preparations (Excise Duties) Act, 1955. The Tribunal granted a waiver of the pre-deposit in both cases until 31-12-2013 or until the appeal is finalized.

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The Appellate Tribunal CESTAT NEW DELHI ruled that opium derivatives like Nascopine and Papavarine are covered by the Medicinal and Toilet Preparations (Excise Duties) Act, 1955. The Tribunal waived the pre-deposit in both cases until 31-12-2013 or until the appeal is disposed of.

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