- 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
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