KUCHING, June 13 -- With Malaysia set to enforce the revised Sales and Service Tax (SST) on July 1, local fruit sellers are bracing for potential price impact.

However, many remain cautiously optimistic that the changes will not significantly deter customer demand.

Under the updated SST, an additional 5 to 10 per cent tax will be imposed on selected imported goods, including certain fruits.

While the government has assured that essential goods and services will be minimally affected, some uncertainty remains among local traders.

Liew Sze Puing, owner of Sara Fruit Sdn Bhd at Jalan Padungan, said that while prices of imported fruits may rise, he does not expect a drastic change.

"I think it should be no problem. The price won't go up ...