Understanding China''s Photovoltaic Export Tax Refund Policy
As of December 1, 2024, China''s export tax refund rate for photovoltaic panels stands at 9%, marking a significant reduction from the previous 13% rate. This policy adjustment applies
China's PV cuts 4% export tax rebate rate a big deal On November 15, China's Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation announced a reduction in the export tax rebate rate for certain products, including refined oil, photovoltaic (PV) products, batteries, and some non-metallic mineral products, from 13% to 9%.
(Illustrative Photo; Photo Credit: humphery/Shutterstock.com) The Chinese Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation have revealed that the country will reduce the export tax rebate for 209 products, including solar PV cells and modules from 13% to 9%, starting from December 1, 2024.
According to the above-mentioned government announcements, PV products included in the list of products with reduced export tax rebate rates are for PV cells, either installed or not in modules.
This represents a 4% decrease in the rebate rate for photovoltaic exports, significantly impacting China's PV market, which heavily relies on exports.
The goal is simple: to map out PV manufacturing out to 2030 and beyond. Starting from 1 December 2024, the export tax rebate rate for some PV products and batteries will be lowered from 13% to 9% in China.
Starting from 1 December 2024, the export tax rebate rate for some refined petroleum products, PV products, batteries and some non-metallic mineral products will be lowered by four percentage points, from 13% to 9%.

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