Alimentation VAT France — 5.5% Rate in 2026
Les produits alimentaires bénéficient d'un taux réduit de 5,5% en France.
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5.5%Réduit
Les produits alimentaires bénéficient d'un taux réduit de 5,5% en France.
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Calculation examples — TVA 5.5%
| Pre-tax price | TVA | Total price |
|---|---|---|
| 100 € | +5.50 € | 105.50 € |
| 500 € | +27.50 € | 527.50 € |
| 1,000 € | +55.00 € | 1,055.00 € |
| 5,000 € | +275.00 € | 5,275.00 € |
| 10,000 € | +550.00 € | 10,550.00 € |
TVA on Alimentation in other countries
Other categories in France
Everything about Alimentation VAT in France
The TVA rate applicable to products and services in the Alimentation category in France is 5.5% (Réduit). Les produits alimentaires bénéficient d'un taux réduit de 5,5% en France. This rate is in effect for the year 2026 under current tax legislation. Registered businesses must collect this tax on their sales and may, under conditions, deduct the VAT paid on their professional purchases. For any specific situation, it is recommended to consult an accountant or the competent tax authority in France.
How to calculate Alimentation VAT in France?
Example with 1,000 €:
Pre-tax price1,000.00 €
VAT (5.5%)+ 55.00 €
Total price1055.00 €
Alimentation VAT in other countries
| Country | Tax | Alimentation rate | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇫🇷 France | TVA | 5.5% | Réduit |
| 🇲🇦 Maroc | TVA | 0% | Exonéré |
| 🇪🇸 Espagne | IVA | 4% | Super Réduit |
| 🇹🇳 Tunisie | TVA | 0% | Exonéré |
| 🇩🇿 Algérie | TVA | 9% | Réduit |
| 🇩🇪 Allemagne | MwSt | 7% | Réduit |
FAQ — Alimentation VAT in France
What is the VAT rate on Alimentation in France?▾
The TVA rate on Alimentation in France is 5.5% (Réduit). Les produits alimentaires bénéficient d'un taux réduit de 5,5% en France.
How to calculate VAT on Alimentation in France?▾
To calculate VAT: multiply the pre-tax price by 0.055 to get the VAT amount. Add that amount to the pre-tax price to get the total price. Example: 1000 € pre-tax × 5.5% = 55 € VAT → 1055 € total.
Is VAT on Alimentation recoverable in France?▾
Businesses registered for VAT in France can generally deduct the VAT paid on professional purchases of Alimentation, provided they hold a compliant invoice.