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Check the tariff classification for cooling mates for animals.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
VAT is a tax you pay on most goods and services. % of VAT What the rate…
In shops Any VAT due is already included in the price of something you buy…
You’ll pay a rate of either 5% or 0% VAT when certain energy-saving…
If you’re over 60, you pay a reduced rate of VAT (5%) on certain mobility…
You can only buy tax-free goods from shops: in Great Britain (England,…
Tobacco Duty is included in the price you pay for cigarettes, cigars and…
Fuel Duty is included in the price you pay for petrol, diesel and other…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
Check the tariff classification for picnic rugs made up of 2 layers of knitted textile fabrics.
How to account for VAT if you buy in and resell travel facilities as a principal or undisclosed agent.
Find out which supplies of children’s clothing or footwear are zero-rated for VAT.
Product recall for KEERADS Water Doodle Magic Mats presenting a risk of choking due to presence of small parts.
This notice explains when protective equipment is zero-rated and children's car seats and travel systems are reduced-rated at 5% VAT.
Find out what a charity is, how VAT affects charities, how to treat a charity's income for VAT and what VAT reliefs a charity can get on what it buys.
The guide to VAT rules and procedures.
Product Safety Report for Aiyingle Baby Play Mat presenting a serious risk of choking.
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