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Public Consultation on Abolishing Reduced VAT Rate for Ornamental Horticulture Products from 2028

  • The Ministry of Finance is holding an online consultation until May 7, 2026, about abolishing the reduced 9% VAT rate for ornamental horticultural products.
  • From January 1, 2028, the standard 21% VAT rate will apply to the sale of products like flower bulbs, cut flowers, house and balcony plants, bedding and perennial plants, and nursery products in the Netherlands.
  • Imported ornamental horticultural products will also be subject to the 21% VAT rate.
  • The VAT increase does not apply to the export of Dutch ornamental horticultural products.

Source: taxlive.nl

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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