Hindustan Tin Works Receives GST Show Cause Notice Totalling Rs. 6,47,23,062/- for FY 2020-21
Hindustan Tin Works Limited received a Show Cause Notice from the Excise & Taxation Officer cum Proper Officer (State GST), Ward - 05, Sonepat, on 19th May, 2026, under Section 74 of the HGST Act, 2017, for FY 2020-21. The notice demands GST of Rs. 2,09,16,858/- along with interest and penalty, totalling Rs. 6,47,23,062/-. The company has assessed the matter and reasonably expects a favorable outcome, adding that there is no material impact on its operations or other activities due to the issuance of the notice. The disclosure was made in accordance with SEBI Listing Regulations.

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Hindustan Tin Works Limited has disclosed the receipt of a Show Cause Notice (SCN) from the Excise & Taxation Officer cum Proper Officer (State GST), Ward - 05, Sonepat, pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The notice, received by the company on 19th May, 2026, pertains to the fiscal period April 2020 to March 2021 and has been issued under Section 74 of the HGST Act, 2017.
Details of the Show Cause Notice
The SCN has been raised by the State GST authority in connection with alleged contraventions for FY 2020-21. The following table summarises the key details of the notice as disclosed by the company:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority: | Excise & Taxation Officer cum Proper Officer (State GST), Ward - 05, Sonepat |
| Nature of Notice: | Show Cause Notice (SCN) u/s 74 of HGST Act, 2017 |
| Period Covered: | April 2020 to March 2021 |
| Date of Receipt: | 19th May, 2026 |
| GST Demand: | Rs. 2,09,16,858/- |
| Total Liability (incl. interest & penalty): | Rs. 6,47,23,062/- |
Financial Implications and Company Assessment
The total amount demanded under the SCN, inclusive of GST, interest, and penalty, stands at Rs. 6,47,23,062/-. The underlying GST component of the demand amounts to Rs. 2,09,16,858/-, with the remainder constituting interest and penalty charges as levied by the authority.
Hindustan Tin Works has stated that, based on its internal assessment, it reasonably expects a favorable outcome in the matter. The company has further clarified that the issuance of the Show Cause Notice is not expected to have any material impact on its financial position, operations, or other business activities.
Regulatory Disclosure
The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 and sub-para 20 of Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI Listing Regulations. The communication was signed by Rajat Pathak, EVP (Finance) & Company Secretary, from the company's registered and corporate office at 426, DLF Tower-A, Jasola, New Delhi - 110025.
Historical Stock Returns for Hindustan Tin Works
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.54% | +1.97% | +1.17% | +1.46% | -26.09% | +24.94% |
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