EXCISE DUTIES - Hoofdinhoud
The Commission has today proposed to reshape the rules governing excise duty on alcohol within the EU, paving the way for a better business environment, reduced costs for small alcohol-producing businesses and better protection for consumer health.
Concretely, today's proposal will:
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-Put in place a uniform certification system confirming the status of independent small producers throughout the EU. This will reduce the administrative and compliance costs for small producers who will be able to benefit from reduced excise rates under certain conditions.
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-Ensure a precise and consistent classification of cider across the EU
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-Clarify the correct manufacturing processes and conditions for denatured alcohol.
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-Update IT systems to track movement of certain denatured alcohol.
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-Increase the threshold for lower strength beer that can benefit from reduced rates from 2.8% volume to 3.5% volume.
Today's proposals also include measures in general excise duty rules to remove barriers for SMEs, such as the use of modern IT systems and lifting the existing obligation to employ tax representatives.
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