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July 6, 2026
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KRA removes excise duty on bottled water

KRA removes excise duty on bottled water

In a statement, KRA said the changes took effect on July 1, 2026, and apply to all licensed manufacturers and importers of bottled water...

✨ Key Highlights

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has removed excise duty on bottled water, effective July 1, 2026, following amendments to the Excise Duty Act, Cap 472, through the Finance Act, 2026.

  • Bottled water manufactured or imported from July 1, 2026, will no longer attract excise duty or require excise stamps.
  • The decision impacts all licensed manufacturers and importers of bottled water.
  • Previously, manufacturers paid Sh0.50 per excise stamp for bottled water and Sh5.74 per litre for water from vending machines.

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