Israel: Israel Passes New Soft Drink Tax

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   IS2021-0009

On October 20, 2021, Israel passed its proposed tax for soft drinks, concentrates, and powders (HS 20.09, 21.06, and 22.02). The new tax ordinance was published in Israel's official gazette and will enter into force on January 1, 2022. As a result, tax levels across the board on soft drinks will increase.

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