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Breastfeeding equipment YA2026: RM1,000 limit — what qualifies?

Up to RM1,000 for breastfeeding equipment (child 2 and below), once every 2 years.

YA2026

RM1,000

YA2027 (Proposed)

merged

What qualifies?

  • Breast pumps, ice packs, milk storage bags, cooler bags and similar.

Tips

  • YA2026: only women taxpayers can claim.
  • From YA2027 it is proposed to merge into the Health & Well-being relief, claimable by either spouse.

Records to keep

Receipts.

How much tax does the full RM1,000 save?

Single, no bonus, basic reliefs only. Tax saved ≈ amount claimed × your marginal rate.

Monthly salary Marginal rate Tax saved
RM4,000 3% RM30
RM6,000 11% RM110
RM8,000 19% RM190
RM10,000 25% RM250
RM15,000 25% RM250
RM20,000 25% RM250

FAQ

What is the limit for breastfeeding equipment?

YA2026: RM1,000.

What records do I keep for breastfeeding equipment?

Receipts. LHDN can ask for them within 7 years.

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