Mumbai, Oct. 8 -- The government's GST rate reduction is seen as a positive step towards strengthening consumer demand. Nearly one-third of GCPL's portfolio-primarily toilet soaps along with smaller categories such as talcum powders, shampoos, and shaving creams-now benefits from a reduced GST rate of 5%, down from around 18%.

In line with its commitment to consumers, GCPL has already passed on these benefits effective 22 September 2025. The company remains confident that these reforms will serve as a structural growth driver, enabling volume-led expansion and supporting its long-term value creation agenda for all stakeholders.

However, GCPL said the GST rate cuts has resulted to some short-term adjustments across trade channels, as dis...