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The GST Council’s clarification on popcorn taxation has sparked a lively meme fest online, with users humorously navigating the intricacies of tax classifications on different types of popcorn. At its 55th meeting, held on Saturday, the council confirmed that no changes had been made to existing GST rates on popcorn but elaborated on the rationale behind the tax structure.
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explained that caramelised popcorn, which contains added sugar, is classified as sugar confectionery and is taxed at a higher rate compared to salted or plain popcorn. The council highlighted that the differing preparation methods and characteristics of each type of popcorn dictate the applicable GST. A circular from the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is expected soon to provide more detailed explanations.
United by popcorn, divided by GST.
28% GST must be feeling left out in this discussion.
Can we add the popcorn with caramel and sugar + made from EXTRA VIRGIN OIL should be taxed at 28%?
PM handed over the nation to babus and FM and they have made the nation horrible. pic.twitter.com/nN7eeBO2kb
— The Exploited TaxPayer (@IndiaNewGen)
United by popcorn, divided by GST.
28% GST must be feeling left out in this discussion.
Can we add the popcorn with caramel and sugar + made from EXTRA VIRGIN OIL should be taxed at 28%?
PM handed over the nation to babus and FM and they have made the nation horrible. pic.twitter.com/nN7eeBO2kb— The Exploited TaxPayer (@IndiaNewGen) December 22, 2024
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Despite the clarification, social media users took the opportunity to inject humour into the discussion. Memes flooded platforms, with many mocking the perceived complexity of distinguishing popcorn varieties for tax purposes. From jokes about needing advanced degrees to understand GST rates to playful digs at bureaucratic nitpicking, the decision quickly became a source of amusement.
While the council aimed to provide clarity, the popcorn tax has clearly popped its way into the internet’s collective imagination.
