Plastic Packaging Tax: VAT Implications for Businesses

• VAT on plastic packaging is already in force
• New regulations regarding single-use plastic came into effect on May 24, 2023
• The tax on plastic packaging is subject to VAT
• The new law applies to businesses such as cafes, catering companies, and restaurants
• The fee for plastic packaging is fixed at 20 groszy for a cup and 25 groszy for a meal container
• The fee is included in the selling price and is subject to VAT
• Taxpayers do not need to separate the fee for plastic packaging on receipts or invoices

Source: ksiegowosc.infor.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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