Tax Rate of goods after 01.10.2021

[VIGNESH]

Sir. selling self prepared ice cream in a shop , where burger and sandwich and other chat items too are sold . Can it be categorised as Restaurant charge 5%? or Tax rate differ?

AI Summary

GST Debate: Is Self-Prepared Ice Cream in Restaurants Taxed at 5% or 18%? Potential for Advance Ruling. A discussion on the tax rate for selling self-prepared ice cream in a restaurant context under GST laws. The main query revolves around whether such sales can be taxed at 5% as a restaurant service or at 18% as a supply of goods. Responses indicate that the tax rate could vary based on whether the ice cream is sold in a restaurant, as part of a buffet, or exclusively in an ice cream parlor. While some argue for a 5% rate if considered a restaurant service, others highlight that ice cream generally attracts an 18% GST as a supply of goods. The discussion suggests seeking an advance ruling due to potential litigation issues.