Raula Gundi to be considered as chewing tobacco (without lime tube) which attracts 28% GST and 160% Compensation Cess


Quick Summary
The Odisha Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR) has determined that 'Raula Gundi', a product containing predominantly tobacco dust and other ingredients for chewing, is to be classified as chewing tobacco. Consequently, it will attract a Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate of 28% and a Compensation Cess of 160%. This ruling clarifies the tax treatment for this specific product, previously subject to differing interpretations.

Court :
AAR, Odisha

Brief :
The AAR, Odisha in Das & Sons [Order No. 03/ODISHA-AAR/2022-23, dated November 22, 2022] has held that 'Raula Gundi' is nothing but chewing tobacco (without lime tube) therefore, will be covered under HSN Code '2403 9910' and will attract 28% Goods and Services Tax ("GST") and 160% Compensation cess.

Citation :
Order No. 03/ODISHA-AAR/2022-23, dated November 22, 2022

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Bimal Jain
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