The GST Council meeting in Delhi on September 9 is likely to suggest a solution to the pending cases on Extra Neutral Alcohol, an important ingredient used for making spirits and alcoholic beverages. Prior to October 2023, there were discrepancies in how ENA was taxed — whether through VAT, GST, or no tax at all.
The taxability of ENA, which is used in the manufacture of liquor as well as for industrial and commercial purposes, has been under deliberation since 2017.
According to market research company IMARC, ENA market in India has been growing at CAGR (2010-17) of 6% with the current production volume capacity at 3 billion litres (2017).
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Liquor manufacturer United Spirits Ltd (USL) today said it has acquired additional 19.99% stake in Karnataka-based Sovereign Distilleries Ltd (SDL) for an undisclosed amount.
United Spirits Saturday said it has acquired a 41.54% stake in unlisted Sovereign Distilleries, to increase its distillation capacity.