Amendments to UTGST Act: Comprehensive Revision

Amendment Overview: Extensive modifications made to Notification No.1/2017 regarding UTGST rates and exemptions, enhancing clarity and efficacy.

Schedule I (2.5%): Addition of tamarind seeds for non-sowing purposes. Omission of specified entries (S. Nos. 138-148, 187A, 234). Inclusion of bio-diesel for blending and pembrolizumab in Lists 1 and 3.

Schedule II (6%): Revision of bio-diesel entry. Deletion of S. Nos. 122, 127-132, 205A-205H, 232. Introduction of renewable energy device exemptions.

Schedule III (9%): Introduction of entries for various ores and concentrates, waste plastics, and paper-related items. Replacement of S. No. 153A with expanded entries. Addition of railway-related items.

Issuing Authority: Notification issued under the authority of Rajeev Ranjan, Under Secretary to the Government of India, ensuring official endorsement.

Note on Previous Amendments: Acknowledges prior amendments to the principal notification, highlighting a history of regulatory updates.

Reference Documentation: Refers to the principal notification and previous amendments for comprehensive regulatory context.