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Notification No. 18/2017 – Central Tax (Rate) Explained

by Shakshi Bharti | Apr 28, 2024 | GST, 2017 Notifications, Central Tax (Rate) 2017 Notifications, Notifications | 0 comments

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[F.No.354/117/2017-TRU]
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
(Department of Revenue)

New Delhi, the 30th June, 2017

Notification No. 18/2017 - Central Tax (Rate): Seek to reduce the rate of Central Tax, Union Territory Tax, on fertilizers from 6% to 2.5% and Integrated Tax rate on fertilizers from 12% to 5%

GST: [TO BE PUBLISHED IN PART II, SECTION 3, SUB-SECTION (i) OF THE GAZETTE OF INDIA, EXTRAORDINARY]

G.S.R.   (E).- In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 9 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (12 of 2017), the Central Government, on the recommendations of the Council, hereby makes the following amendments in the notification of the Government of India, in the Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue), No.1/2017- Central 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. 673(E) dated the 28th June, 2017, namely:-

  • In the said notification,-
  • in Schedule I – 2.5%, after serial number 182 and the entries relating thereto, the following serial numbers and entries shall be inserted, namely:-
(1)(2)(3)
“182A3102Mineral or chemical fertilisers, nitrogenous, other than those which are clearly not to be used as fertilizers
182B3103Mineral or chemical fertilizers, phosphatic, other than those which are  clearly not to be used as fertilizers
182C3104Mineral or chemical fertilisers, potassic, other than those which are clearly not to be used as fertilizers
182D3105Mineral or chemical fertilizers containing two or three of the fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium; other fertilisers; goods of this Chapter in tablets or similar forms or in packages of a gross weight not exceeding 10 kg; other than those which are clearly not to be used as fertilizers”;
  • in Schedule II – 6%, serial numbers 66, 67, 68 and 69 and the entries relating thereto shall be omitted.
  • This notification shall come into force with effect from the 1st day of July, 2017.

(Mohit Tewari)
Under Secretary to the
Government of India


📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Notification No. 18/2017 – Central Tax (Rate)

Q1: What is Notification 18/2017 in GST?

Answer: It reduces GST on fertilizers.
It brings fertilizer GST down to 5% by reducing CGST and IGST rates.


Q2: What is GST rate on fertilizers now?

Answer: 5% GST.
This includes 2.5% CGST and 2.5% SGST.


Q3: Which fertilizers are covered?

Answer: Most common fertilizers.
Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and mixed fertilizers are included.


Q4: Does this apply to all chemicals?

Answer: No, only fertilizers.
Chemicals not used as fertilizers may attract higher GST.


Q5: Why was GST reduced on fertilizers?

Answer: To support farmers.
Higher tax would increase farming costs.


Q6: What is Chapter 31 in GST?

Answer: Fertilizer classification chapter.
Products under this chapter qualify for lower GST.


Q7: Is GST applicable on fertilizer subsidy?

Answer: Subsidy has separate treatment.
GST applies on supply, not subsidy directly.


Q8: Can ITC be claimed?

Answer: Yes, ITC allowed.
Normal GST input credit rules apply.


Q9: Is this still applicable?

Answer: Yes, unless amended.
Always verify latest updates.


Q10: What happens if wrong GST applied?

Answer: Tax demand may arise.
Incorrect classification leads to penalties.


Q11: Does this reduce cost for farmers?

Answer: Yes, significantly.
Lower GST reduces purchase cost.


Q12: Who benefits most from this?

Answer: Farmers and distributors.
Entire agriculture supply chain benefits.


Q13: What is Notification 1/2017?

Answer: Base GST rate notification.
This notification amends it.


Q14: Is GST same across India for fertilizers?

Answer: Yes, uniform rate.
GST ensures consistent taxation.


Q15: Where to get GST help?

Answer: Professional help is useful.
Many businesses rely on experts for compliance.


Download PDF: Notification No. 18/2017 – Central Tax (Rate)


More Information: https://taxinformation.cbic.gov.in/

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