More taxes What the new ISC indexation means for consumers and businesses

The General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII) announced the update of the specific amounts of the Selective Consumption Tax (ISC) applicable to producers and importers of alcoholic beverages and beer, cigarettes and other products, a measure that will be in effect between July 1 and September 30, 2026.

According to Resolution No. DDG-ARI-2026-00004, the ISC for products such as malt beer, wines, vermouths, ciders, spirits and liquors was set at RD$764.29 per tariff unit, which represents an adjustment in accordance with the provisions of article 375 of the Tax Code.

In the case of cigarettes, the specific amount per pack of 20 units was set at RD$64.65, while packs of 10 units will have a tax of RD$32.33, applicable to both black and blond tobacco.

Tax authorities explained that the measure seeks to maintain tax pressure on consumer sectors considered harmful to health, while strengthening state revenue and contributing to fiscal sustainability.