What is the ruling regarding Zakat if the original seller repurchases the fruit after its quality has become apparent?

Chapter on Zakat on Crops and Fruits

Al-Mughni

Book of Zakat

Book 8 · Issue 3 · Bab 4

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If the original seller buys back the fruit after its quality has become apparent or at any other time, Zakat is not due on it for him.

Supporting text

However, if the intention behind the sale and subsequent repurchase was solely to evade Zakat obligations, then the Zakat liability is not waived.