08 April 2012
It may depend upon the fact that whether the Receiver of Shipping Bill Amount is a Resident or a non resident. .
Querist :
Anonymous
Querist :
Anonymous
(Querist)
09 April 2012
Dear Paras Bafna Sir thks.... it comes under a resident my query is that how much % we deduct and shipping bill falls on which section in tds
27 July 2025
For **shipment bill payments** to a **resident**, the applicable TDS section and rate depend on the nature of the service or contract underlying the shipment bill. Here’s a quick guide:
### 1. If shipment bill is for **freight charges/transport services**:
* **Section:** 194C (Payment to contractors/sub-contractors) * **TDS rate:**
* 1% if payment is to an individual or HUF * 2% if payment is to others (like companies)
### 2. If shipment bill includes **other services** (like commission, brokerage):
* Then relevant sections like 194H (commission) or 194J (professional fees) may apply.
### Summary for your case (resident party, shipment bill for freight services):
* Deduct TDS under **Section 194C** * Rate usually **2%** if payee is a company or firm * Rate **1%** if payee is individual/HUF
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**Note:** TDS is not applicable on the **shipping bill itself** (which is a customs document), but on the payment made for services reflected in the shipment bill (like freight or transportation).