21 November 2025
Yes, GST TDS liability applies when purchasing metal scrap from an SEZ unit, provided the transaction meets the threshold of ₹2,50,000 taxable value. Under Section 51 of the CGST Act and Notification No. 25/2024-Central Tax, such supplies are treated as inter-State supplies under Section 7(5)(b) of the IGST Act, and TDS at 2% must be deducted.