The Economic Times

Industrial alcohol is the GST Council's unfinished federal business: States won the legal fight, but the 18% GST still applies

The GST Council is set to meet regarding the regulation of industrial alcohol, which has been contested between the government and states. The Supreme Court has ruled that states have the power to regulate industrial alcohol as it falls under their jurisdiction. Despite this, industrial alcohol remains categorized under the GST regime, attracting an 18% tax.