- The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will implement a new “Tiered Volumetric Model” for excise tax on sweetened drinks, linking tax per litre to sugar content per 100 ml, starting early 2026.
- Producers, importers, and stockpilers must review sugar content and obtain accredited conformity certificates for their beverages.
- Registration of sweetened drinks as excise goods will require certified lab reports showing sugar and sweetener content.
- Comprehensive guidance and information are available on the FTA website to support a smooth transition.
- Applications for UAE conformity certificates can be submitted electronically, based on lab reports from accredited laboratories.
Source: tax.gov.ae
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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