Supreme Court Confirms 5% GST for Flavoured Milk

Union of India Vs Heritage Foods Limited & Anr (Supreme Court of India) Supreme Court of India has dismissed the Union of India’s plea to levy a 12% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on flavoured milk, upholding the existing 5% rate. In the case of Union of India Vs Heritage Foods Limited & Anr, the court referenced its prior dismissal of a similar petition (SLP(C)(D) No. 17602 of 2025 on May 9, 2025). The apex court confirmed that flavoured milk should be classified under Item 04030000, attracting a 5% tax. This decision reinforces previous rulings by the Writ Court on the classifica...