About SAC Code 996521

SAC Code 996521 covers Coastal and transoceanic (overseas) water transport services of goods by refrigerator vessels, tankers, bulk cargo vessels, container ships and the like and attracts a GST rate of 5%. For intra-state supplies, this is split as 2.5% CGST + 2.5% SGST. For inter-state supplies, 5% IGST is charged.

How to Use SAC Code 996521 on GST Invoices

• Include the SAC code 996521 on every GST invoice for coastal and transoceanic (overseas) water transport services of goods by refrigerator vessels, tankers, bulk cargo vessels, container ships and the like
• Businesses with turnover above ₹5 crore must use 6-digit SAC codes
• Turnover between ₹1.5–5 crore: 4-digit codes are sufficient
• The SAC code must match the product/service description on your invoice
• Incorrect SAC codes can lead to GST notices and ITC mismatches

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