- China will reintroduce consumption taxes on lithium-ion batteries and PV cells starting in 2026–2027, while keeping newer green technologies tax-free through the end of 2028.
- Lithium-ion batteries: 2% tax from September 1, 2026, increasing to 4% on September 1, 2027.
- PV cells: 2% tax from April 1, 2027, increasing to 4% on April 1, 2028.
- Sodium-ion, solid-state, fuel cells, and advanced PV technologies will remain exempt until December 31, 2028.
- China will also cut battery export VAT rebates from 9% to 6%, with full removal on January 1, 2027.
Source: vatabout.com
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