Update on VAT and covid-19

A temporary zero rate for sales and imports of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was introduced in the UK from 1 May to 31 July.  HMRC announced today an extension for a further 3 months to the end of October 2020.  

The products include;

• disposable gloves
• disposable plastic aprons
• disposable fluid-resistant coveralls or gowns
• surgical masks – including fluid-resistant IIR surgical masks
• filtering face piece respirators
• eye and face protection – including single or reusable full face visors or goggles. Basic face masks are not covered by the zero rate.

If you gave any questions, please contact the VAT team.