I imported goods into Singapore. The invoice was issued by the shipper's sister company in Singapore. Should GST be excluded from the Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value?

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The Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value of the goods should not include Goods and Services Tax (GST).

I imported goods into Singapore. The invoice was issued by the shipper's sister company in Singapore. Should GST be excluded from the Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value?

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