service tax claim on GTA

[shanker bansal]

Dear After deposit the service tax on freight inward/outward [on 25% amount] , can we get credit of such service tax amount & can be utilised for payment of excise duty payable.

AI Summary

Can Service Tax on Freight Be Credited Against Excise Duty? Explore CENVAT Credit Rules for Input Service. A discussion on a forum addresses whether service tax paid on freight inward and outward can be credited and used to offset excise duty. A participant queries if credit can be taken for service tax on freight, specifically when goods are transported from Delhi to Pune, with ownership transferring in Pune. Respondents clarify that Pune is the place of removal, allowing for service tax credit on freight to Pune. It is advised to refer to the CENVAT Credit Rules, particularly the definition of 'input service,' which includes services used for transporting goods up to the place of removal.