Reply To: What are the tax rates for different goods and services?
Tax rates for goods and services vary by country and jurisdiction. Since tax rates can change frequently, it is advisable to consult the tax authorities or official government websites of the specific country you are interested in. However, I can provide you with some general information on tax rates for certain types of goods and services in some countries as of my last knowledge update in September 2021:
Value Added Tax (VAT)/Goods and Services Tax (GST):
European Union: VAT rates vary across EU member states, ranging from 17% to 27%.
United Kingdom: Standard VAT rate is 20%, with reduced rates of 5% and 0% for certain goods and services.
United States: No federal VAT or GST, but sales taxes vary by state, ranging from 0% to over 10%.
Canada: GST rate is 5%, with additional provincial sales taxes ranging from 0% to 10%.
Australia: GST rate is 10%.
Excise Tax:
Excise taxes are often applied to specific goods like alcohol, tobacco, fuel, and luxury items.
Rates vary significantly by country, and sometimes within a country, based on the type and quantity of the goods.
Income Tax:
Income tax rates vary widely across countries and depend on various factors such as income level, filing status, and tax brackets.
Progressive tax systems are common, where higher income levels are taxed at higher rates.