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V0090-21 ·26 January 2021 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

21% standard VAT rate to apply to soft drinks or juices containing added sugars or sweeteners

A company has requested clarification on the VAT rate applicable to a natural coconut water drink without added sugars versus one with added sugar. The DGT has ruled that the rate depends on whether the product is classified as a soft drink or a juice, and whether it contains added sugars or sweeteners.

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How it affects those involved

This ruling clarifies the tax treatment for beverage manufacturers and retailers, potentially increasing the VAT burden on products containing added sweeteners or sugars.

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2021-01-26PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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