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[F. No.190354/133/2023-TRU]
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
(Department of Revenue)
New Delhi, the 26th July, 2023
Notification No. 09/2023 - Union Territory Tax (Rate): Seeks to amend No. 01/2017- Union Territory Tax (Rate) to implement the decisions of 50th GST Council.
GST: [TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE GAZETTE OF INDIA, EXTRAORDINARY, PART II, SECTION 3, SUB-SECTION (i)]
G.S.R. (E).- In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 7 of the UTGST Act, 2017 (14 of 2017) read with sub-section (5) of section 15 of the CGST Act, 2017 (12 of 2017), the Central Government, on the recommendations of the Council, hereby makes the following further amendments in the notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue), No. 1/2017-Union Territory Tax (Rate), dated the 28th June, 2017, published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub-section (i), vide number
G.S.R. 710(E), dated the 28th June, 2017, namely:- In the said notification, -
(A) In Schedule I –2.5%,
(i). after S. No. 99A and entries relating thereto, the following S. No. and entries shall be inserted, namely: -
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| "99B. | 1905 | Un-fried or un-cooked snack pellets, by whatever name called, manufactured through process of extrusion"; |
(ii). after S. No. 108 and entries relating thereto, the following S. No. and entries shall be inserted, namely: -
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| "108A. | 2309 | Fish soluble paste"; |
(iii). after S. No. 156A and entries relating thereto, the following S. No. and entries shall be inserted, namely:-
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| "156B. | 2619 | Linz-Donawitz (LD) Slag "; |
(iv). after serial number 218A and the entries relating thereto, the following S. No. and entries shall be inserted, namely: -
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| "218AA. | 56050020 | Imitation zari thread or yarn known by any name in trade parlance"; |
(B). in Schedule II–6%, against S. No. 137, for the entry in column (3), the entry “Metallised yarn, whether or not gimped, being textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading 5404 or 5405, combined with metal in the form of thread, strip or powder or covered with metal, other than- (i) real zari thread (gold) and silver thread combined with textile thread (ii) imitation zari thread or yarn known by any name in trade parlance” shall be substituted;
(C). in Schedule III–9%,
- against S. No. 28, for the entry in column (3), the entry “Slag, dross (other than granulated slag), scaling and other waste from the manufacture of iron or steel, other than Linz-Danowitz (LD) slag” shall be substituted;
2. This notification shall come into force on 27th July, 2023.
(Nitish Karnatak)
Under Secretary to the Government of India
Note: - The principal notification No.1/2017 - Union Tax (Rate), dated the 28th June, 2017, was published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub-section (i), vide number G.S.R. 710(E), dated the 28th June, 2017, and was last amended vide notification No. 03/2023 – Union Tax (Rate), dated the 28th February, 2023, published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub-section (i) vide number G.S.R. 149(E), dated the 28th February, 2023.
📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Notification No. 09/2023 - Union Territory Tax (Rate)
Q1: What is the main purpose of Notification No. 09/2023 - Union Territory Tax (Rate)?
Answer: This notification updates the Union Territory GST rate schedule in line with the decisions made in the 50th GST Council Meeting. Specifically, it adds new goods to Schedule I (2.5%), modifies descriptions in Schedule II (6%) and Schedule III (9%), thereby affecting GST applicable to snack pellets, LD slag, imitation zari thread, fish soluble paste, and more. Effective date: 27th July 2023.
Q2: What items have been newly added to Schedule I (2.5%)?
Answer: The following products are now taxed at 2.5% under UTGST:
🟤 Un-fried or un-cooked snack pellets (HSN 1905)
🐟 Fish soluble paste (HSN 2309)
🧱 Linz-Donawitz (LD) Slag (HSN 2619)
🧵 Imitation zari thread or yarn (HSN 56050020)
For GST guidance on classification and compliance, consult a GST Expert.
Q3: How has Schedule II (6%) been amended?
Answer: Under S. No. 137, metallised yarn remains taxable at 6%, but with a clarified exclusion of:
(i) Real zari thread (gold/silver)
(ii) Imitation zari thread or yarn known in trade parlance
This prevents duplicate taxation and aligns with textile sector clarifications. For textile-related GST registration, visit: https://finodha.in/online-gst-registration/
Q4: What’s the change in Schedule III (9%) related to snack pellets and LD Slag?
Answer: Two major updates:
Toasted bread and similar products now include “un-fried or un-cooked snack pellets manufactured through extrusion”
LD Slag is excluded from “waste from iron or steel manufacture” under 9% slab
Need GST Return Filing? Visit: https://finodha.in/gst-return-filing/
Q5: When does Notification No. 09/2023 - UT Tax (Rate) become effective?
Answer: All amendments come into effect from 📅 27th July 2023, as per the official gazette publication. Ensure timely updates in your GST filings. Need support? Explore GST Compliance: https://finodha.in/gst-compliance/
Q6: What is Linz-Donawitz (LD) Slag and why is it highlighted?
Answer: LD Slag is a by-product from the steelmaking process. Previously taxed under general “waste from iron or steel,” it’s now assigned to the 2.5% slab separately. This benefits steel and construction sectors. Learn how to stay compliant: https://finodha.in/setup-business/
Q7: What is the HSN Code for imitation zari thread mentioned in this notification?
Answer: The HSN code is 56050020. This imitation zari thread, regardless of trade name, now falls under Schedule I (2.5%) for UTGST. Need textile startup registration? Check: https://finodha.in/private-limited-company/
Q8: How does this update relate to Notification No. 01/2017 - UT Tax (Rate)?
Answer: Notification No. 09/2023 is an amendment to the original 01/2017 UT Tax Rate schedule, reflecting updated GST Council decisions from the 50th meeting. It ensures proper classification and taxation across product categories. For historical GST evolution, connect with professionals at: Finodha GST Expert
Q9: Where can I read Notification No. 09/2023 in official form?
Answer: It is published in the Gazette of India under G.S.R. [E] dated 26th July 2023. You may consult the Ministry of Finance website or follow Finodha GST Updates for simplified guidance.
Download PDF: Notification No. 09/2023 - Union Territory Tax (Rate)
More Information: https://taxinformation.cbic.gov.in/
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