- Slovakia plans to increase a VAT rate applicable to food with high content of sugar and salt from 19% to 23%. This includes among others, chocolate, biscuits, cakes, jams, ice creams and salty snacks.
- The aim of this change is to encourage population to eat healthy food in order to reduce obesity and diabetes.
- If approved the change in the VAT rate will be effective from January 2026.
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