| Rate | Applies to |
|---|---|
| 13% | General taxable supplies of goods and taxable services (the default rate). |
| 9% | Agricultural inputs, tap water, heating, gas, books; transport, postal, basic telecommunications, construction, real estate leasing and sales. |
| 6% | Modern and lifestyle services (consulting, IT, financial, cultural, education, medical). |
| 0% | Exports of goods and prescribed cross-border services (export VAT rebate/zero-rating applies). |
Rate schedule
Source: PRC VAT Law and implementing rules issued by the State Taxation Administration / Ministry of Finance. Small-scale taxpayers may apply simplified rates — see the VAT entries for details.