Vat?

[Bosun]

I'm in the process of buying a pair of chainsaw boots, and I've noticed that some have VAT added and some clearly state they are VAT exempt.

 

Anyone know the rules?

 

The HMRC website says that "protective boots for industrial use" are zero rated. So why the disparity, or don't some retailers/customers know the rules?

 

I'd hate to think that retailers some were charging it, then pocketing the VAT. Perrish the thought.

[Bosun]

I'm confused!

 

In my search for boots, I've just read on one retailers website, that VAT on chainsaw boots is charged for "business users", but not for "personal users".

 

On the subject of chainsaw boots. Why are almost all of the wellington types sold in an "alert orange" colour, but generally, the lace-up type in normal black and brownish colours?

[wisecobandit]

Always thought anything relating to safety boots was VAT free - im sure it used to be?

I assume they say VAT for business users as they will be vat registered and claim it back.

[Steve Bullman]

I'd hate to think that retailers some were charging it, then pocketing the VAT. Perrish the thought.

 

Of course they're not!!

 

I'm confused!

 

In my search for boots, I've just read on one retailers website, that VAT on chainsaw boots is charged for "business users", but not for "personal users".

 

On the subject of chainsaw boots. Why are almost all of the wellington types sold in an "alert orange" colour, but generally, the lace-up type in normal black and brownish colours?

 

If you were to buy yourself a pair of work boots you wouldnt have to pay vat on them...If you were to buy a pair for a member of staff then you would...i'm pretty sure thats correct, or at least my understanding of it.

 

As to why some suppliers show vat only price...most likely for ease. I'm sure if you called them direct they would do a vat free price.

[Bosun]

If you were to buy yourself a pair of work boots you wouldnt have to pay vat on them...If you were to buy a pair for a member of staff then you would...i'm pretty sure thats correct, or at least my understanding of it.

 

I think that may be the case, HMRC say something to that effect if I recall.

[Nigel]

Published on the HM Revenue and Customs website is a document (701/23 Protective Equipment) which explains fully the situation regarding the charging of VAT on both HELMETS and SAFETY BOOTS.

 

This document explains who should pay VAT and who is exempt along with the products which should and should not have VAT charged upon.

 

Although some items are classified as being zero-rated this will depend on who is purchasing the products and how the products are sold.

 

see this thread:

http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/general-chat/20106-boots-vat-add-add-not.html