This discussion clarifies the application of Section 43(b)(h) of the Income Tax Act concerning payments to MSME-registered entities. It confirms that if a trader purchases scrap from an MSME-registered manufacturer and fails to make payment within the stipulated time, the disallowance provision will apply to the trader. Conversely, if a manufacturer purchases scrap from an MSME-registered trader, this disallowance provision is not applicable to the trader.
05 February 2024
If an individual trader purchases scrap from manufacturer registered under MSME act then if payment not made within specified time limit, will provision disallowance applicable for such trader under 43(b)(h)?