- Qatar has amended its Excise Tax Law, effective July 6, 2026, to introduce new tax rates for sweetened drinks based on their sugar content, aiming to achieve public health objectives.
- The amendments classify sweetened drinks into three categories (low, medium, and high sugar content) with corresponding tax rates, and also exempt drinks with only artificial sweeteners.
- Businesses holding excise goods will face new compliance obligations, including submitting audited stock declarations and adjusting pricing, product classification, and internal systems to adhere to the revised regulations.
Source EY
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