GST on food items not normally consumed by Malaysians


PETALING JAYA: More than 60 types of food items not normally consumed by Malaysians will have the Goods and Services Tax (GST) imposed on them starting July 1.

Update: Customs Dept cancels decision on GST for 60 food items

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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