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V1436-20 ·14 May 2020 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

10% VAT rate applies to peat if suitable for agricultural use and classified as fertiliser or soil improver

A local council has requested clarification on the VAT rate applicable to peat purchased for its greenhouses. The Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) has ruled that the reduced rate of 10% applies only if the product is suitable for agricultural or forestry activities and is classified as a fertiliser, organic waste, soil conditioner, or soil improver.

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This ruling clarifies the tax treatment for peat products, ensuring that the reduced VAT rate is strictly contingent on the product's functional classification for agricultural or forestry use.

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2020-05-14PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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