Full Judgment
2. Issue relates to Modvat credit on Rubber Sleeves and Wool Felts, whether they are eligible 'inputs' or not in terms of Rule 57A of the Central Excise Rules, 1944 is to be considered in these Appeals. It was brought to my notice that earlier the Commissioner has passed an order holding that they are not eligible 'inputs'. Aggrieved by this order, the party has come up before the Tribunal by way of Appeal and as per the Tribunal's Final Order Nos. 345 and 346/2000-NB, dated 19.04.2000 reported in 2000 (40) RLT 56 (CEGAT) holding that Rubber Sleeves and Wool Felts used for polishing and giving fine finish to the glass shells are eligible 'inputs'.
3. In view of this settled position and the issue has already been considered by the Tribunal in the very party's case, I hold that they are eligible 'inputs' and accordingly, Appeals filed by the Department are hereby dismissed.