Flavoured popcorn to attract 5% GST, not 18%: Government – The Tribune-OxBig News Network

Amid confusion and outcry over 18% GST on caramelised popcorn, government sources on Tuesday clarified that popcorn served in theatres in loose form will continue to be charged at 5% irrespective of whether it is salty, spicy or caramelised.

“Generally, popcorn is served to customers in theatres in loose form and hence will continue to attract a rate of 5% as applicable to ‘restaurant service’ as long as supplied independent of the exhibition service,” the sources said.