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What is the new tax rebate rate for photovoltaic products?

In a joint statement issued by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration, it was revealed that the export tax rebate rate for photovoltaic products, along with batteries and certain non-metallic mineral products, will be reduced from 13% to 9%.

Does China have a tax rebate for solar panels?

Image: Bruno Corpet, Wikimedia Commons China's Ministry of Finance and State Taxation Administration have announced a reduction in the export tax rebate for photovoltaic products. Starting Dec. 1, the rebate for unassembled solar cells (HS Code 85414200) and assembled PV modules (HS Code 85414300) will drop from 13% to 9%.

Will a reduced tax rebate on PV products affect export margins?

While the reduced tax rebate rate for PV products might marginally affect export margins, analysts believe China's large-scale production capabilities and economies of scale will continue to keep prices competitive.

What are solar panel import tariffs?

Solar panel import tariffs are primarily intended to support the development of a new U.S.-based solar module manufacturing supply chain, which is financially backed by the Inflation Reduction Act. This act introduces a series of tax credits designed to bolster domestic manufacturers. For solar modules, the credits are as follows: