The VAT Knowledge Group believes that the reduced rate for food products does not apply to all edible straws. X sells flavored edible straws intended for use with drinks and food, qualifying them as edibles. On the other hand, Y sells pasta straws that are not intended for consumption and do not qualify as edibles.
Source Taxlive
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