Section 18 of The Coffee Act, 1942
Sale of coffee, how made.
Summary
- Section 18 limits the methods by which a registered owner can legally sell their coffee.
- The first allowed method is to sell coffee that has been cured at a licensed curing establishment.
- Curing refers to processing raw coffee for the market, and these establishments must be licensed under section 28 of the law.
- Alternatively, the coffee can be delivered to a buyer directly through one of these licensed curing establishments.
- The second allowed method is selling uncured coffee, but this requires a specific licence obtained from the Coffee Board under section 24.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. According to Section 18 of The Coffee Act, 1942, how can a registered owner legally sell cured coffee?
The coffee must be cured at, or delivered to the buyer through, a curing establishment licensed under section 28.
2. Does Section 18 of the 1942 coffee law allow the sale of uncured coffee?
Yes, but it must be sold under a licence procured from the Board under section 24.
3. Can a registered owner bypass curing establishments under Section 18 of the coffee legislation?
Only if they obtain a specific licence from the Board to sell uncured coffee.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 18 of The Coffee Act, 1942, what type of facility must be used if a registered owner wants to sell cured coffee?
2.According to Section 18 of the coffee legislation, what is required to sell coffee that has not been cured?
3.Which of the following is a completely illegal sale method for a registered owner under Section 18 of the 1942 coffee law?
4.If a registered owner is navigating both Section 17 and Section 18 of The Coffee Act, 1942, what must they ensure?