Taxation of Wild Animals for Hunting and Food: Clarification on VAT Rate by Tax Agency

• The Italian Revenue Agency clarified that sales of wild animals destined for hunting and then for consumption are subject to a 22% VAT rate
• An association argued for a 10% VAT rate based on a specific provision for animals destined for human consumption
• The Revenue Agency disagreed, stating that the 22% VAT rate applies as the destination for consumption cannot be determined at the origin
• The Agency referenced a temporary provision allowing a 10% VAT rate for hunting activities during the COVID-19 pandemic as an exceptional measure

Source: eutekne.info

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