ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced an increase in sales tax on both domestically produced and imported tea.
This decision, made during a recent Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) meeting, aligns with the government’s broader strategy to boost revenue collection.
Under the new regulation, the sales tax on tea will rise from 17% to 18%. This adjustment is intended to address the government’s financial challenges and will have a direct impact on tea consumers nationwide.
The FBR’s move is expected to affect tea prices, impacting millions across Pakistan, where tea is a daily staple.
The sales tax increase on tea is part of ongoing efforts to expand the national revenue base and manage the fiscal deficit.
Officials have confirmed that the new rate will take effect immediately, with expectations that it will contribute to revenue targets while ensuring compliance within the tea industry.
