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1994 (9) TMI 212 - AT - Central Excise

Issues:
Interpretation of Notification No. 201/79-C.E. for availing set off of duty paid on raw materials in the context of activated carbon used in the manufacture of aerated waters.

Detailed Analysis:

1. Interpretation of Notification No. 201/79-C.E.:
The case involved a dispute regarding the eligibility of the Respondent to the benefit of Notification No. 201/79-C.E., dated 4-6-1979, for availing a set off of duty paid on raw materials. The Department contended that activated carbon, used for purification of syrup in the production of aerated waters, should not be considered as a raw material or component. The Department argued that since activated carbon acts as a catalyst during the purification process, it does not qualify for the benefit of the notification.

2. Role of Activated Carbon in Manufacturing Process:
The Respondent, on the other hand, argued that activated carbon is essential for purifying and deodorizing the sugar syrup used in manufacturing aerated waters. They emphasized that without activated carbon, the desired flavor, color, and quality of aerated waters could not be achieved, making the final product unmarketable. The Respondent cited the judgment of the Hon. Supreme Court in Collector of Central Excise v. East End Papers Ind. Limited to support their contention that any item essential in the manufacturing process should be considered a raw material.

3. Legal Precedents and Tribunal Orders:
The Tribunal referred to its previous order in the case of Collector of Central Excise, Allahabad v. M/s. Hindustan Aluminium Corp. Mirzapur and highlighted the broader view taken by the Hon. Supreme Court in the case of Collector of Central Excise v. Ballarpur Industries Limited. These judgments emphasized the importance of considering items that play an essential role in the manufacturing process as inputs in the nature of raw materials or components. The Tribunal also noted the relevance of the Supreme Court's judgment in the case of East End Paper Ind. Ltd. in the present context.

4. Decision and Rationale:
After considering the submissions and legal precedents, the Tribunal upheld the orders of the Collector (Appeals) and rejected the Department's appeal. The Tribunal concluded that activated carbon, being essential for purifying and deodorizing the syrup used in manufacturing aerated waters and acting as a catalyst, should be considered an input in the nature of raw material. The Tribunal's decision was based on the essential role played by activated carbon in the manufacturing process, making it indispensable for the production of marketable aerated waters.

5. Disposition of Cross-objection:
The Tribunal also disposed of the cross-objection filed by the Respondent in correspondence with its decision to uphold the orders of the Collector (Appeals).

In summary, the judgment clarified the interpretation of Notification No. 201/79-C.E. regarding the eligibility of activated carbon as a raw material in the manufacturing process of aerated waters. The decision emphasized the essential role of activated carbon in the production process, aligning with legal precedents and judgments that support considering crucial manufacturing inputs as raw materials.

 

 

 

 

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