GST Classification of Natural Fibre Composite Board: Wood or Fibreboard? Exploring Tax Implications and Rates.

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....The matter pertains to the classification and applicable GST rate for a Natural Fibre Composite board manufactured by the applicant. The board comprises natural fibre, calcium carbonate, recycling waste, processing aids, and PVC resin as a binding agent. The issue revolves around whether the product should be classified under Chapter 44 as wood and articles of wood, attracting a 12% GST rate, or under a different classification with a different rate. The Authority held that the product is a fibreboard, classifiable under CTH 441193 as 'Others', since it is not a Medium Density Fibreboard. The applicable GST rate for rice husk boards or fibreboards manufactured from agricultural crop residues, irrespective of the chapter classification, is 6% CGST and 6% SGST. The individual properties of the product may further determine the classification.....