GST Council defers implementation of tax rate hike on textiles

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GST Council defers implementation of tax rate hike on textiles



Currently, tax rate on manmade fibre (MMF) is 18 per cent, MMF yarn 12 per cent, while fabrics are taxed at 5 per cent.The Council in its previous meeting on September 17 had decided to correct the inverted duty structure in footwear and textile sectors.With effect from January 1, 2022, all footwear, irrespective of prices, will attract GST at 12 per cent. It was also decided that 12 per cent uniform GST rate wold apply on textile products, except cotton, including readymade garments.



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