Set up special panel on sundry items, Customs Dept urged


PUTRAJAYA: The Customs Department has been urged to set up a special committee with the sundry shop association to help determine items that should be subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST) come April next year.

In proposing the idea, Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Chua Tee Yong said there had been concerns raised by the sundry shop association and other small businesses on how to determine common items that would be either categorised as zero or standard-rated under.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Base MHIT plan to cover controlled pre-existing conditions, says Dr Dzul
Safeguards will be in place for India's UPI system, says official
Man detained after attempt to evade police, drugs seized
'No more being soft on betrayal': Kota Melaka Bersatu chief urges tough action
Bersatu disciplinary board hauls up Hamzah, four others on Feb 12, says notice
Sabah to look into claims of Semporna accommodations being owned by foreigners, says Jafry
There are laws, no need to be vigilantes, says Fahmi
Fire breaks out at factory in Seapark
Health Ministry to focus more on prevention as costs for treating NCDs balloon
Knife-wielding man chases uni student at Melaka mall

Others Also Read