- Gifts and second-hand goods face double taxation, prompting a proposal for simpler VAT rules.
- The proposal suggests changes to simplified profit margin taxation and exempts food donations from VAT.
- Simplified profit margin taxation would apply when the purchase price does not exceed 10,000 kronor.
- The proposal notes that EU VAT directives do not allow free choice between normal and simplified taxation.
- Food donations to certain organizations would be exempt from VAT, though EU directives limit such exemptions.
- Improvements are needed to address rules hindering second-hand trade and charitable donations.
- VAT rules are complex and costly, especially for small businesses.
- More aggressive proposals are needed, inspired by EU countries with better regulations.
- There is demand for low VAT on second-hand goods, not covered by the current proposal.
- Opportunities with profit margin taxation in commission sales are underutilized.
- VAT issues with donations are a recurring topic in EU discussions.
- EU plans to review rules on second-hand goods as part of the Green VAT initiative.
- The proposal questions whether Swedish implementation must strictly follow EU directives or consider EU countries’ practices.
- Climate and social challenges may necessitate deviations from outdated EU rules.
Source: svensktnaringsliv.se
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