Revised Taxation on Essential Oils

Legal Authority: G.S.R. (E) exercises powers under the Integrated Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, amending tax rates for seamless regulation.

Amended Entry (S. No. 3A): Essential oils, excluding citrus fruits, such as peppermint and other mints, witness revised tax rates based on the nature of the transaction (registered or unregistered person).

Applicability: The amendment becomes effective from January 1, 2023, impacting the taxation of specified essential oils.

Specific Essential Oils Affected: Oils like peppermint, spearmint, water mint, horsemint, and bergament, among others, fall under the revised tax regime.

Registration Distinction: Tax rates vary for registered and unregistered entities, emphasizing compliance and the formalization of economic activities.

Principal Notification Background: Contextualizes the amendment by highlighting the previous versions of the notification, providing a historical perspective.

Administrative Official: The amendment is issued by Vikram Vijay Wanere, Under Secretary, signifying official authorization.

Note: These amendments aim to streamline the taxation of specific essential oils, fostering clarity and adherence to tax regulations.