Dear Sir, 1. A Ltd. Co. having export business, At the time sending goods from India to foreign b

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Dear Sir, 1. A Ltd. Co. having export business, At the time sending goods from India to foreign buyer , co. has to incur service tax on Freight for Factory gate to Airport / port and sea / air frieght. My query is whether co. can claim service tax credit for both freight ot not ? Manoj

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Company Can Claim Service Tax Credit on Freight Costs to Airport or Port; Explore Exemptions for Cargo Handling Services A company engaged in export business inquires about claiming service tax credit on freight costs incurred from the factory gate to the airport or port, and on sea or air freight. The response confirms that the company can claim service tax credit for both types of freight. Additionally, if the company enters into a cargo handling contract where the service provider manages loading, transporting, and unloading, they should explore potential exemptions under cargo handling services.