The CBIC vide Circular No. 163/19/2021-GST dated October 06, 2021 has provided clarification regarding GST rates & classification based on the recommendations of the GST Council in its 45th meeting held on September 17, 2021.
Applicability of GST on scented sweet supari & flavored and coated illaichi:
Representations have been received seeking clarification regarding classification and applicable GST rates on flavored and coated illaichi, and scented sweet supari.
Scented sweet supari falls under tariff item 2106 90 30 as “Betel nut product” known as “Supari” and attracts GST rate of 18% vide entry at S. No. 23 of Schedule III of notification No. 1/2017-Central Tax (Rate) dated June 28, 2017.
Flavored and coated illaichi generally consists of Cardamom Seeds, Aromatic Spices, Silver Leaf, Saffron, Artificial Sweeteners. It is distinct from illaichi or cardamom (which falls under heading 0908). It is clarified that flavored and coated illaichi is a value added product and falls under sub-heading 2106. It accordingly attract GST at the rate of 18% (S. No. 23 of schedule III of notification No. 1/2017-Central Tax (Rate) dated June 28, 2017).
The Circular can be accessed at: https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources//htdocs-cbec/gst/Circular%20No.%20163_18_2021_GST.pdf