PACKING CHARGES

[SANJEEV VERMA]

I AM REGISTERED IN DELHI & THIS AMOUNT OF GOODS SOLD IN PUNJAB

 

GOODS VALUE 500000/-

PACKING CHARGES 10000/-

 

TOTAL 510000/-

 

WHICH AMOUNT POSTED IN ACCOUNT AS CENTRAL SALE 500000/- OR 510000/-

AI Summary

Debate on Including Packing Charges in Taxable Sale Amount: Primary vs. Secondary Packing Impact on Tax A discussion on a forum revolves around whether packing charges should be included in the taxable amount for a sale transaction. A user, registered in Delhi, queries about selling goods worth 500,000 with an additional 10,000 in packing charges to Punjab, questioning if the total 510,000 should be posted as a central sale. Responses indicate that the entire amount, including packing charges, should be considered taxable. However, distinctions are made between primary packing, necessary for sale, and secondary packing, used for transport, which may affect tax treatment.