‘Pizza Topping’ was trending on Twitter India. why over here

Here is a detailed look at the matter

A recent decision stated that Pizza toppings To be taxed at a higher rate of 18% than pizza, which is taxed at 5%. a report by The Economic Times He said that the GST rates on pizzas are decided on the basis of how they are prepared and where they are sold.

This means that while pizza prepared and sold in restaurants attracts 5% GST, pizza that is home-delivered attracts 18% GST, It is also stated that the pizza base, purchased separately, is taxable at the rate of 12% as per GST norms.

The confusion arose after the Haryana Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling (AAAR) said that pizza toppings are not pizza and thus should be classified separately for GST purposes.

The authority on March 10 said that the method of preparation of pizza toppings is different from that of pizza, and thus should be taxed at 18% in the category of ‘food preparation’.

This can complicate the taxation process for many popular food chains and eateries selling pizza through the dine out or takeaway mode.

The decision left Twitter users confused. The announcement attracted the outrage of many users, who reacted strongly to the news.

“This should go down in our history books,” wrote one user, while another said, “Pizza already in restaurants, pizza bases, pizza delivered at home.. all attract different GST rates .Basically, don’t eat pizza!”

“One Pizza, One Topping #GST,” wrote one user.

Siddharth, the founder of WazirX, wrote, “I think it is not only the cryptoverse in India that is confused about taxes. More GST will be levied on pizza toppings as it is not a pizza.”

“Say hello to topping tax! Eating pizza at a restaurant: 5% GST When you buy pizza Base: 12% GST Home delivery pizza: 18% GST Want to put toppings on pizza? Pay another 18% GST net Eat khichdi at home, quietly!” Another user wrote.

“Ease of Doing Business Sell Pizza at 5% GST Deliver Pizza at 18% GST Pack Pizza in Box Add Cheese and Frozen Meat at 12% Provide Oregano at 5% Now Pizza Topping at 18% GST Add, while there is no GST on adding fresh vegetables to the toppings, there is 12% GST on paneer!” Said another.