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Crushing Bottles or Cans: Impact on VAT Tax Base in Deposit Return Systems?

  • Obligation to increase VAT tax base arises if packaging under deposit system is not returned.
  • Deposit is collected at sale and returned upon packaging return without needing proof of purchase.
  • Packaging must have a logo indicating system participation and deposit amount.
  • Consumers must return packaging undamaged to reclaim deposit.
  • Damaged packaging cannot be returned, leading to VAT base increase for the introducer.
  • Changing consumer habits is crucial for the deposit system’s success.

Source: crido.pl

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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