Good news may be coming for women and beauty businesses in Pakistan. The government is likely to reduce import duties on cosmetics, beauty products, and salon materials in the upcoming federal budget. This move could make beauty treatments more affordable for common people.
According to sources from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), officials are reviewing Customs Notifications 1151 and 1152. They plan to cut duties by 2% to 5% on selected items. Import duties on makeup raw materials used in beauty parlours may drop from 44% to 40%. Similar reductions are expected on sunscreens, sunblocks, and hair care products for salons.
Men’s grooming items like shaving cream and aftershave lotion could see duties fall from 40% to 35%. These changes aim to lower costs for skin clinics, salons, and fitness centres. Lower taxes on imported beauty goods would help businesses pass savings to customers.
Pakistan imports a large amount of cosmetics every year. High duties make them expensive. Many salons rely on these imported items for services. If approved, the relief could boost the beauty industry, create more jobs, and support small businesses.
However, this is still a proposal. The final decision will come in the budget announcement. People hope these cuts will bring real relief from rising costs of beauty treatments. The step shows the government’s focus on easing life for citizens and helping key service sectors.
