Court Rules Menthol Scented Supari Falls Under Chapter 21, Emphasizing Legislative Intent for Distinct Classification.

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....Classification of imported goods - Menthol Scented Supari - The High court observed that 'Menthol Scented Supari' squarely fits within the ambit of Chapter 21, as defined by Supplementary Note 2. This note explicitly mentions 'Supari' as a preparation containing betel nuts, with or without other ingredients like menthol, excluding lime, katha (catechu), or tobacco. - Applying these rules, the court deduced that the specific mention of 'Supari' under Chapter 21 takes precedence over the more general classification of nuts under Chapter 8. The court underscored the legislative intent to classify 'Supari' distinctly, reinforcing its decision with statutory interpretations.....