imported are liable to forfeiture. The prohibition is relaxed, however, in the case of genuine trade samples as shown below, subject to compliance with the requirements indicated. Each packet must be plainly marked with particulars of the contents and with a statement that the contents are genuine trade samples. A general description such as samples without value is not sufficient:-
(1) Chemicals liable to key industry duty (other than any such goods falling within the provisions of the Dangerous Drugs Acts of 1920-32, or the Dyestuffs Importation Acts of 1920-34). See fig. (7), below.
(2) Raw Chicory in quantities not exceeding half a pound net weight per package will be delivered free of duty. Only one sample of the same description of goods, unless of different brands, may be sent to each addressee.
(3) Chloral hydrate in quantities not exceeding 1 ounce net weight per package will be delivered free of duty.
(4) Raw cocoa in quantities and under conditions similar to those stated in paragraph (2) above.
(5) Raw coffee in quantities and under conditions similar to those stated in paragraph (2) above.
(7) Dyestuffs (synthetic, organic) including pigment dyestuffs, whether soluble or insoluble; compounds, preparations and articles manufactured from any such dyestuffs, except any such compounds, preparations or articles as are not suitable for use in dyeing, may be imported subject to the following conditions: The gross weight of each package must not exceed 8 ounces, and customs duty at the appropriate rate will be charged. Each packet must be marked: c/o THE OFFICER OF ČUSTOMS AND EXCISE, in addition to bearing the full name and address of the addressee and a declaration that the contents are of no commercial value. A Post Office fee of 6 pence for clearance through the customs will be charged on each packet on which customs duty is levied.
(8) Goods (excluding textiles) liable to duty under the Import Duties Act of 1932 or the Ottawa Agreements Act of 1932. Packages containing articles which are genuine trade samples of goods liable to duty only under the aforesaid Acts may be imported free of duty under the following conditions: The samples must not have any saleable value, being effectively disfigured or mutilated if necessary. Only one sample of the same description, brand, colour or variety may be sent to each addressee.
(9) Hops in packages not exceeding 16 ounces gross weight will be delivered on payment of duty at a flat rate of 8 pence per package.
(10) Playing cards: Packages containing only one or two packs will be delivered free of duty provided that one of the corners of each card has been out to the extent of half an inch along the side and end.
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