Beauty and Cosmetic Brands
VAT Support for Beauty & Cosmetic Brands
VAT Support specializes in cross-border VAT management. Our team of professionals simplifies compliance, enabling you to focus on growing your brand.
Rules for selling cosmetics and beauty products differ slightly between the UK and the EU, and we have covered both. Whether you are a new skincare brand or a well-established cosmetics company, we can help you get started.
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Award-winning VAT service
From rapid IOSS registration to enhanced margins — here is what we offer.
Rapid Registration
Register for IOSS in as little as three business days. Start the process on Monday and be prepared to ship to EU customers by Thursday.
Expert Guidance
For over a decade, we’ve assisted ecommerce businesses with cross-border VAT. We’ve guided our clients through Brexit, ViDA, and numerous regulatory updates.
Award-Winning Service
Our team is recognized for prompt and dependable service. Nominated for customer service awards, with a 4.7/5 rating on Trustpilot and 4.4/5 on Google.
Enhanced Margins
We help you enhance profit margins by reclaiming VAT paid for activities like product testing, marketing, and importing in EU countries.
Expert guidance at every phase
Simplify EU delivery for your beauty brand
IOSS simplifies delivering products to EU consumers. Register once, collect VAT at checkout on orders up to €150, and eliminate customs delays for your customers.
Common questions answered
Can VAT on packaging or ingredients be reclaimed if I’m VAT registered in the EU?
Yes, if you purchased the items in the same country as your VAT registration, you can reclaim the VAT on your return. Ensure all invoices are kept organized for this purpose.
I use third-party fulfillment in multiple EU countries. How should I manage VAT?
You need to be VAT registered in every country where your inventory is stored. If you fulfil orders from one EU country to another where you are not registered, you will also need to enrol in the One Stop Shop (OSS).
Are cosmetics subject to different VAT treatment compared to other ecommerce products?
Generally no. Different countries may apply varying rates to specific categories. Most cosmetics fall under the standard rate, whereas dermatological or medical products may qualify for reduced rates.
When selling a kit or bundle to EU customers, which VAT rate applies?
If there is a primary item in the kit, the whole bundle adopts that product’s VAT rate. If there is no distinct main product, the total price is divided among the components, each having its respective rate applied.