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Nappy tax issue splits EU commissioners

21 Jul '06
1 min read

The European Commission has started legal action against five member states for charging a sales tax of less than 15 percent on babies' diapers.

Under current rules, member states must apply a minimum of 15 percent value-added tax (VAT) on wares sold, except in sectors that have applied for exemption such as medical goods and pharmaceuticals.

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