COMMISSION ON SALES

[SNEHAL SHAH]

Sir,

We can sale 45% of sales through various agent and paid commission to him , on this we can paid service tax also , can we take cenvat credit on this service tax payement ?

 

Thanks ,

Sachin

AI Summary

Eligibility Confirmed for Cenvat Credit on Service Tax for Sales Commissions; Refund/Exemption Options for Foreign Agents Available. A query was raised regarding the eligibility to claim Cenvat credit on service tax paid for commissions on sales through agents. Three responses confirmed that Cenvat credit is permissible as the expense relates to sales promotion. Additionally, it was noted that for service tax paid on commissions to foreign agents, options include seeking a refund under Notification 17/2009-ST or an exemption under Notification 18/2009-ST.