Duty on imported raw material for locally manufactured sanitary napkins lifted

(FASTNEWS | COLOMBO) – The government has taken measures to waive duties imposed on five imported raw materials for locally produced sanitary napkins in order to make hygiene products more affordable in view of ensuring hygiene among women and school girls.

In addition, it has also been decided to provide tax concessions for imported finished sanitary napkins as well.

Accordingly, the price of a pack of 10 sanitary napkins produced locally will be reduced by Rs.50 to Rs.60.

With these tax concessions the maximum retail price of a pack will be Rs.260-270.

Additionally, the consumer retail prices of imported finished products will be reduced by 18% or 19%.

In accordance with the instructions by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, the government authorities are taking necessary measures to grant duty and tax concessions.