Rate of tax

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09 July 2015 Sir,
Please let me know what is the rate of tax for Potato/Banana chips under Karnataka VAT.

09 July 2015

It says '0' but Rate applies to sale of raw and/or frozen chips. However, chips sold hot are liable at the second Reduced rate.

http://www.revenue.ie/en/tax/vat/rates/decision-detail-03866.jsp

20 July 2025 In Karnataka (circa 2015–16 under K-VAT), both potato chips and banana chips were classified as branded or processed snacks and taxed under the general entry for such items.

✅ VAT Rate on Chips in Karnataka
For both potato chips and banana chips, the applicable VAT rate was 12.5%
revenue.ie
+4
caclubindia.com
+4
taxtmi.com
+4
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This rate applies regardless of whether the product is a local or packaged branded item. The commodity falls under the K-VAT tax schedule at that rate.

🧾 Quick Summary Table
Product VAT Rate (Karnataka)
Potato Chips 12.5%
Banana Chips 12.5%
🔎 Note:
This is the VAT rate under the old regime. Now superseded by GST—where snack foods like chips are taxed at 12% GST.
If you need GST details or clarification on classification under GST, feel free to ask!


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