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Forestry Exploitation: DGT doctrinal evolution

How the DGT's position on this topic has evolved, and the rulings it rests on.

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How the DGT's position has evolved

Settled doctrine High confidence 15 rulings · 2014–2023

Current position

Holders of forestry exploitations may apply the special regime for agriculture, livestock, and fishing to the delivery of natural products such as wood, biomass, firewood, or pine cones. Under this regime, VAT (IVA) is not charged; instead, a flat-rate compensation of 12% is received based on the sale price, including certification premiums. If the general regime is applied, the delivery of wood for firewood or derivatives for fuel is subject to a reduced rate of 5%.

The DGT's position remains stable regarding the application of the special regime by holders of forestry exploitations. Clarifications have been integrated concerning the taxable base, confirming that quality premiums form part of the sale price for the calculation of the compensation. Likewise, the treatment of the reduced rate under the general regime for specific products has been clarified.

Turning points

  1. V2445-21

    Establishes that the certification premium for quality must be included in the base to calculate the 12 percent flat-rate compensation.

Analysis based on 15 of 15 rulings with a stated position. Updated 26 September 2026.

Rulings on this topic

15

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