The ambiguity surrounding the taxability of spirits like rectified spirit (RS) and extra neutral alcohol (ENA) has been an Achilles heel for the spirit manufacturing industry. These non-denatured spirits are predominantly used as raw materials for producing alcoholic liquor for human consumption. Generally, these spirits are in concentrated form with high alcohol content and cannot be consumed as such without further processing.
Source International Tax Review
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