CESTAT allowed appellant's request for re-sampling and...

CESTAT allowed appellant's request for re-sampling and re-testing of goods, referencing Tata Chemicals Ltd. precedent. The tribunal determined that re-testing could be conducted within the stipulated period, emphasizing adherence to prescribed sampling methodology. The decision mandates sample re-drawing under proper panchnama and retesting at CRCL, Vadodara, following applicable IS standard procedures. The ruling prioritizes procedural compliance and ensures comprehensive goods verification, ultimately serving departmental interests and maintaining judicial fairness in goods assessment.