Oxygen regulators attract an IGST of 5%, while cylinders and the rakes for carrying the regulators for them are liable to 18% IGST. “Furthermore, we request the learned ASG (Additional Solicitor General), to place the facts of the instant case, before the GST Council. Oxygen regulators attract an IGST of 5%, while cylinders and the rakes for carrying the regulators for them are liable to 18% IGST. Several States have sought GST exemption on all COVID-related supplies, including vaccines, and the issue is expected to be discussed at the ongoing GST Council meeting. Last week, the Delhi HC had struck down the GST levied on imports of oxygen concentrators for personal use as ‘unconstitutional’.

Source: The Hindu May 28, 2021 08:42 UTC