CBIC allows field formations to directly forward samples of items short listed by CRCL that cannot be tested in their laboratories to the Commissionerate empaneled laboratories for testing purpose; Notes that lack of testing facilities of certain goods in Revenue Laboratories is causing delay of clearance of goods; Prescribes process to be followed highlighting that said procedure shall not be applicable in case where Partner Government Agencies themselves draw the sample; Requests Commissioners of Customs to issue suitable Public Notice for guidance of all concerned 

Circular No. 43/2017-Cus dated November 16, 2017
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