Case Law Details
SL Lumax Limited Vs Deputy Commissioner of State Taxes-II (Madras high court)
This case involves SL Lumax Limited challenging a demand notice issued by the Deputy Commissioner of State Taxes-II (Madras High Court). The dispute centers around the classification of goods manufactured by SL Lumax under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime in India.
Detailed Analysis
Background: SL Lumax Limited, a registered entity under GST laws, classified its goods under chapter heading 8512 of the Central Excise Tariff. However, after the introduction of GST, the tax rates changed. Initially, the goods attracted 28% GST and later 18%, effective from November 16, 2017.
GST Implementation and Classification Change: After GST implementation, the classification of SL Lumax’s goods was disputed by the authorities, who claimed they should fall under Chapter 8708, attracting a higher tax rate.
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