Case Law Details
In re Tvl. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Private Limited (GST AAR Tamilnadu)
Introduction Understanding the nuances of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is pivotal for businesses. The case of Tvl. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Private Limited in Tamilnadu elucidates the GST rulings related to Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) and provides insights into the taxation norms surrounding this domain.
GST Rate for Used Wind Turbine Generators and Accessories According to the rulings, the composite supply of a used WTG, including its accessories, has been taxed at a rate of 6% under both the CGST Act, 2017 and the TNGST Act, 2017. This is rooted in entry 201A of Schedule I of Notification No. 01/2017 Central Tax (Rate), which was updated by Notification No.08/2021 Central Tax (Rate) on 30.09.2021.
HSN Code for Wind Turbine Generators The 8-digit Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) code for a Wind Turbine Generator is 8412 80 30. This categorizes the product as a “Wind turbine or engine.”
GST Rate for Wind Turbine Generators on Installed Land In the domain of real estate, there’s a unique condition: if a wind mill is embedded in a piece of land, the sale of that land isn’t subject to GST. Based on clause 5 of Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017, the sale of land isn’t classified as the supply of goods or services. This exempts it from GST implications.
HSN Code for Wind Mills on Installed Land The non-taxable nature of the land where the wind mill is embedded results in the absence of an applicable HSN code for the wind mill.
Detailed Examination of the Tvl. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Case The applicant, M/s Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Private Limited, sought clarity on various aspects related to GST for used Wind Turbine Generators and land sale implications. Their inquiries covered topics such as GST rates for used WTGs, HSN codes, and GST implications for WTGs installed on land.
The final ruling clarified that used WTGs with accessories are taxable at 6% under both the CGST and TNGST Acts. It further specified the HSN code for WTGs as 8412 80 30. When it comes to the sale of land with an embedded wind mill, such transactions are exempt from GST, adhering to clause 5 of Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017.
Conclusion The intricate facets of GST require businesses to be well-informed to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility. The Tvl. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills case serves as a valuable reference for industries operating in the renewable energy sector, particularly those dealing with wind turbine generators. This case underscores the importance of understanding GST implications in nuanced scenarios, promoting a clearer navigation of the tax landscape in India.
FULL TEXT OF THE ORDER OF AUTHORITY FOR ADVANCE RULING, TAMILNADU
The applicant, M/s Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Private Limited, having registered premises at SF. No. 161/2, Vellapparai Pudhur, Pallipalayam, Namakkal Dt., Pin.: 638 008, (hereinafter referred as the applicant) is registered under the GST Act, 2017, with GSTIN 33AADCR4558C1ZM. The Applicant has sought Advance Ruling on the following questions:-
1. What is the rate of GST for used/running Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) / Wind Mill with accessories for sale purpose?
2. What are HSN Code 8 digits of Wind Turbine Generator (WTG)/ Wind Mill?
3. What is the rate of GST for Wind Turbine Generator (WTG)/ Wind Mill installed land?
4. What is the HSN Code 8 digits of Wind Mill installed land?
2. The Applicant has furnished the following details in their statement of relevant facts;
That they are desirous to sell one Wind Turbine Generator Mill located in one geographical area of SF.No. 1225, Rasipalayam wind Park, Sankaran dampalayam Village, Dharapuram Taluk, Tirupur District, on as is where is basis along with the land in which wind mill is installed land.
3. Regarding applicability of GST, the Applicant referred to Notification No. 01/2017 Central Tax (Rate), dated 28.06.2017, Schedule I, Serial No. 234, Chapter 84,85 or 94 (d) Wind Mills, Wind Operated Electricity Generator (WOEG) with 2.5 % rate of GST.
4. In this regard, the Joint Commissioner, GST &CE, Salem Commissionerate has offered the following remarks vide letter dated 21.04.2023 as below;
As per Notification No. 01/2017 Central Tax (Rate), dated 28.06.2017, amended vide Notification No.08/2021 Central Tax (Rate), dated 30.09.2021, the rate of tax for Wind Turbine Generator/ Wind Mill has been increased from 5% to 12% (6% CGST + 6% SGST) with effect from 01.10.2021.
5. Personal Hearing:
Shri. M. Saravana, Managing Director of M/s. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Pvt. Ltd., attended the personal hearing conducted virtually on 15.03.2023 and reiterated the facts narrated in their application and added that land portion will be transferred to the buyer through registered sale deed and the wind mill will be transferred through invoice. The applicant has also furnished the copy of Tax invoice No. Tl-2012/13-413, dated 01.08.2012 issued by Tvl. Gamesa Wind Turbine Private Limited, Chennai, evidencing purchase of 850 KW wind Turbine Generator with 5% VAT.
6. Findings and Discussion:
6.1. We have considered the submissions made by the Applicant in their application for advance ruling as well as the submissions made by Sri. Saravana, Managing Director, M/s. Raja Dheepam Spinning Mills Pvt. Ltd., during the personal hearing. We have also considered the issue involved, on which advance ruling is sought by the applicant, and relevant facts.
6.2. As per the submissions made by the applicant, it is found that a Wind Mill which was purchased and installed during the year 2012, is proposed to be supplied by the Applicant, to a buyer through sale invoice and the land portion on which the wind mill is embedded is proposed to be sold separately and the property will be transferred to the buyer through registered sale deed.
6.3. In this connection, it is observed that, the transaction of the applicant involving the sale of the wind mills is covered under Clause 4 of Schedule II of the CGST Act, 2017, as the transaction involves disposal of business assets. Accordingly the activity of sale of wind mills amounts to supply of goods.
6.4. As per the submissions made by the applicant, entire unit of wind mill is proposed to be supplied as such without dismantling the same. Supply of wind mill with its parts and accessories is a composite supply of wind mill and liable to tax @ 6% CGST with effect from 01.10.2021 vide entry no. 201A of Notification No. 01/2017 Central Tax (Rate), dated 28.06.2017 as amended vide Notification No.08/2021 Central Tax (Rate), dated 30.09.2021.
7. Regarding the sale of land on which the wind mill is embedded, it was submitted by the Applicant that the land portion will be transferred to the buyer through registered sale deed. In this regard, it is ascertained from the Commercial Taxes and Registration Department, Tamil Nadu, that as per the prevailing practice, in cases of transfer of windmill and the embedded land, windmills are not considered as an immovable property and stamp duty is being levied only on the transfer of land under the Indian Stamp Act, 1899. Be it so, according to GST laws, sale of land is not liable to GST, as the sale of land shall be treated neither as supply of goods nor as supply of services in terms of clause 5 of Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017.
8. In view of the foregoing, we pass the following;
RULING
For Question 1. The Supply of Used Wind Turbine Generator (WTG)/Wind Mill with accessories is a composite supply of Wind Mills and is liable to tax at the rate of 6% under CGST Act, 2017 and 6% under TNGST Act, 2017, in terms of entry 201A of Schedule I of Notification No. 01/2017 Central Tax (Rate), dated 28.06.2017, as amended vide Notification No.08/2021 Central Tax (Rate), dated 30.09.2021.
For Question 2. HSN code for Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) / Wind Mill is 8412 80 30 — Wind turbine or engine.
For Questions 3 & 4.: The sale of land on which the wind mill is embedded, it is not liable to GST, as the sale of land shall be treated neither as supply of goods nor as supply of services in terms of clause 5 of Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017.
