HUL receives ₹1,559.69 crore tax demand notice for FY22; plans appeal
Hindustan Unilever Limited received an Assessment Order and a demand notice for ₹1,559.69 crore from income tax authorities for FY 2021-22. The notice includes transfer pricing and corporate tax adjustments. HUL expects no material financial or operational impact and plans to appeal the order.
A tax demand of over ₹1,500 crore, even if expected to be appealed, could have a medium-term impact on the company's financial standing and investor sentiment.
The company has received a significant tax demand notice, which is a negative development, despite the company stating no material impact.
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has disclosed the receipt of an Assessment Order under the Income Tax Act, 1961, along with a demand notice for ₹1,559.69 crore. The communication was received from the Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Central Circle 5(2), Mumbai, on January 7, 2026.
The tax authorities have made transfer pricing adjustments, challenging payments to related parties and their valuation, similar to the previous financial year. Additionally, corporate tax adjustments related to depreciation claims have been made. This order pertains to the financial year 2021-22 (Assessment Year 2022-23).
HUL stated that there is no material impact on its financial, operational, or other activities due to this order. The company intends to file a necessary appeal with the appellate authority within the permissible timeline.
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