Chinese sin is: Government hikes do it to Cola but cuts it for Samos, Bhujia
The government has officially classified sugars as a ‘sin’ item, which keeps them into 40% GST bracket to discourage consumption. The move is analyzed from 12% to 5%, in terms of simultaneous tax reduction on ultra-related foods such as samoses and Bhujia, which creates a mixed message. There are health experts in the discussion who break the severe health implications of additional sugar. Experts compare the effects of drinking vs. Chinese food and discuss the success of similar sins in countries such as Mexico.
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