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TDS on Metal Scrap under GST: A Complete Guide

Amit
October 19, 2024

The Indian government has brought into effect new TDS provisions under the framework of Goods and Services Tax-specifically targeting all transactions in the form of metal scrap. With effect from 10 October 2024, these rules are aimed at improving tax compliance and transparency in the scrap materials sector. Let us dive into this and see what it will mean for the businesses buying and selling metal scrap.

What is TDS in GST for Metal Scrap?

TDS is a mechanism where tax is deducted at source at the time of making payment to the seller. Based on the latest GST rules, businesses, whose subject of business is procurement of metal scrap, are dutifully liable to deduct TDS at the time of entering into qualifying transactions.

And the transactions which attract TDS are under Chapter 72 to Chapter 81 of the Customs Tariff Act 1975, which comprises of:

  • Iron and Steel (Chapter 72)
  • Articles of Iron and Steel (Chapter 73)
  • Copper (Chapter 74)
  • Nickel (Chapter 75)
  • Aluminum (Chapter 76)
  • Lead (Chapter 78)
  • Zinc (Chapter 79)
  • Tin (Chapter 80)
  • Other base metals and cermet's (Chapter 81)

Important Provisions of the TDS Rule

TDS shall apply on metal scrap under GST if the aggregate value of supplies exceeds ₹2,50,000 per transaction. The taxable value of scrap material will be deducted for deduction, and not the total invoice value.

Rate of deduction is provided as 2%, split as below:

  • Intra-state: 1% CGST and 1% SGST
  • Inter-state: 2% IGST

Who must deduct TDS?

The Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 25/2024-Central Tax on October 9, 2024, amending the earlier Notification No. 50/2018-Central Tax to clarify the Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) provisions under Section 51 of the CGST Act, 2017. Section 51 of the CGST Act 2017 deals with the mechanism of Tax Deduction at Source (TDS).

TDS provisions under Section 51 of the CGST Act shall not apply to the supply of goods or services between certain categories of persons specified in clauses (a), (b), (c), and (d) of sub-section (1) of Section 51 except for those specified in clause (d).

Process for becoming compliant

If you are a buyer dealing with metals scrap, here is what you need to do to become compliant with the new GST rules:

Obtain a Separate GST Registration

The buying party would be required to apply for a separate GST registration under REG-07 in order to start deducting TDS. Subsequently, the buyer can claim TDS on eligible transactions with which they will have to file a return month under Form GSTR-7. Simultaneously, the system generates a certificate of TDS, just like Form 16A under the Income Tax Act, after filing GSTR-7.

File Monthly Returns

The buyers who deduct TDS are liable to file GSTR-7 for the month. The return should be filed by the 10th of the next month where a payment liability will arise along with the return filing. This return should state the amount of TDS deducted.

Provide TDS Certificates

Once the return is filed by the purchaser, he shall issue the TDS certificate, GSTR-7A, to the supplier. Therefore, he would get the TDS credit to his ledger of cash at the end of every month.

TDS not Applicable in Respect of Metal Scrap

It is another important aspect that TDS under GST is not levied upon importing the metallic scraps. It does not draw any TDS deduction under such rules if the buyer imports scraps from abroad.

Conclusion

The introduction of TDS on metal scrap under the GST is perhaps a landmark to ensure better tax compliance in the industry. With the above move, the government has consequently mandated 2% TDS on all transactions, with an element of transparency and accountability that can be availed by the suppliers in due time.

Ensure your business is GST compliant with these new provisions by registering for GST TDS and the timely returns filing, contact Book My Accountant today for help with GST registration, TDS filing, and much more in accounting.

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