New GST Rates: Cold drink drinkers, beware! These bottles are getting more expensive starting September 22nd, with this much tax to pay...

Navratri begins on September 22nd: New GST rates are also being implemented on this day. Many items are becoming cheaper from this day, while some items have also become more expensive. In the GST Council meeting held on September 3rd, the 12% and 28% slabs were abolished. Now, there are only two GST slabs: 5% and 18%. There is a special 40% slab for sin and luxury products.

Most items used in everyday life, from milk, yogurt, ghee, and bread, will be charged either 0% or 5% GST. However, if you are a fan of cold drinks, you will have to tighten your purse strings. Cold drinks will become more expensive starting September 22nd (GST on Cold Drinks).

The GST Council had increased the GST on cold drinks. The new GST rates are being implemented on September 22nd, meaning that cold drinks will become more expensive from this day. If you are a cold drink lover, you may have to pay more for them.

How much GST is there on cold drinks? New GST Rates on Cold Drinks
Cold drinks are a favorite of millions across India, especially during the summer. But every bottle of soda or fruit-based beverage carries a high tax. Starting September 22nd, cold drinks will be subject to a 40% GST. Previously, they were subject to a 28% GST. Below, we've provided the new and old GST rates for cold drinks and other beverages in the table.

Type of Beverage New GST Rates Cess Total Tax
Aerated Drinks (Cola, Soda) 40% (Special Slab) None 40%
Carbonated Fruit Drinks (Fruit-Pulp Based with Fizz) 40% (Special Slab) None 40%
Non-Aerated Fruit Juices (100% Juice/Natural) 5% None 5%
Energy Drinks (Carbonated) 40% (Special Slab) None 40%

Type of Beverage Old GST Rates Cess Total Tax
Aerated Drinks (Cola, Soda) 28% 12% 40%
Carbonated Fruit Drinks (Fruit-Pulp Based with Fizz) 28% 12% 40%
Non-Aerated Fruit Juices (100% Juice/Natural) 12% None 12%
Energy Drinks (Carbonated) 28% 12% 40%

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