When buying printed materials it’s vital to check that you’re not overpaying VAT. There are four different rates (0%, 9%, 13.5% or 23%). Not all print products have the same VAT rate. For VAT registered clients it’s not an issue as they simply reclaim the VAT however for unregistered clients it can make a big difference.
So, if VAT is a cost for your business, be sure that you’re not overpaying it.
Below are a sample of different VAT rates on printed products, taken directly from the Revenue website.
Examples of printed material @ 0%
Examples of printed material @ 9%
Examples of printed material @ 13.5%
Examples of printed material @ 23%