India slashes tariffs on bourbon whisky

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India on Friday slashed tariffs on bourbon whiskey from 150 per cent to 100 per cent, a move that came after US President Donald Trump criticised the "very unfair" levies in the South Asian markets. The 50 per cent cut on customs duty was notified on February 13,
India slashes bourbon whisky tariffs amid intensifying Trump criticism
India has slashed tariffs on bourbon whisky to 100% from 150%, a move that will benefit imports of brands like Suntory's Jim Beam, after U.S. President Donald Trump's criticised "unfair" levies in the South Asian market.
America's Bourbon Whiskey Gets Sweet Deal As India Slashes Tariffs From 150% To 50%
America's popular bourbon whiskey, known for its hint of sweetness, has got a sweet deal in India. Customs duty on such whiskey makers has been slashed by as much as 66.6 per cent, effectively making it one-third the cost of what it is currently.
From 150% to 50%: India lowers bourbon whiskey tariffs as trade talks with US pick pace
Additionally, a 50% agricultural cess under the Agricultural Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) remains applicable, effectively doubling the overall taxation on these imports.
India slashes import duty on bourbon whiskey to 50p percent
India slashed import duty on bourbon whiskey to 50%, boosting US-India trade relations. The move aims to increase bilateral trade.
American Bourbon Cheaper Now For Indians, Tariffs Cut From 150% To 50%
NEW DELHI – In a significant move to boost trade ties with the United States, India has slashed import duties on American bourbon whiskey from 150% to 50. The announcement came just ahead of a high-profile bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump, where trade and tariffs were key agenda items.
India Cuts Bourbon Whisky Tariffs Following Trump’s Remarks
In an official notification issued on February 13, the central government announced the decision to reduce tariffs on bourbon whisky to 100 per cent from 150 per cent. Under the revised structure, bourbon will now be subjected to a basic customs duty of 50 per cent on bourbon,
India slashes customs duty on bourbon whiskey to 50% amid mega trade deal with US
India has slashed import duty on bourbon whiskey to 50 per cent as it warmed up to negotiating a mega trade deal with the US. The reduction in customs duty on bourbon whiskey was notified on February 13 just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's talks with US President Donald Trump.
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