The notification adds new entries such as cartons/boxes (4819 10, 4819 20), milk cans, and solar cookers in 6% Schedule. Corresponding changes are made in the 9% Schedule to exclude these goods where necessary. It also adds key clarifications that agricultural produce in packages above 25 kg/litre will not be treated as “pre-packaged and labelled.” These amendments update GST classification in line with industry changes.

Issued for earlier notification?

Yes — amends Notification 01/2017–CT (Rate).