Investment tax allowance(ITA)

8 important questions on Investment tax allowance(ITA)

What are the conditions for a company to receive the Investment Tax Allowance (ITA)?

  • Must intend to manufacture a promoted product/activities (PAPP).
  • Must not enjoy any other tax incentive.
  • Must incur qualifying capital expenditure within five years from date of approval.

What is the quantum of ITA in relation to qualifying capital expenditure?

  • The quantum of ITA is 60% of the qualifying capital expenditure incurred each year within 5 years from date of approval.
  • It is a one-off allowance.

How is the ITA used in relation to statutory income?

  • ITA is used to exempt statutory income up to a maximum of 70%.
  • Excess ITA is carried forward indefinitely to offset against statutory income until fully utilized.
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When is ITA not applicable for a company?

  • ITA is not applicable when the company has been granted:
    • Reinvestment allowance (RA)
    • Pioneer status (PS)
    • Allowance for increase export (AIE)

What activities qualify a company for ITA?

  • Carrying on promoted activities/products (PAPP)
  • Carrying on project of national interest
  • A contract R&D company
  • Carrying on high technology activities
  • Carrying in-house research
  • A research and development company

When will ITA be withdrawn if the asset is disposed?

ITA will be withdrawn in the YA of disposal if the asset is disposed within 5 years from date of acquisition.

What is excluded from qualifying capital expenditure in manufacturing?

In manufacturing, qualifying capital expenditure excludes new plant and machinery to replace worn-out plant and machinery.

What activities are included in qualifying capital expenditure for agriculture? (CPRAPI)

Qualifying capital expenditure for agriculture includes:
  • Clearing and preparation of land
  • Planting of crop
  • Irrigation and drainage system
  • Plant and machinery
  • Roads and bridges
  • Building and accommodation

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