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Correction of errors in the European directive on taxation of energy products and electricity

03 Sep 2026 64 views
Who is affected:
Energy companies, fuel distributors and large industrial consumers in the EU

Summary

Errors in European regulations governing taxes on fuels and electricity are corrected. It affects how tax rates are applied in EU countries.

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This rectification corrects material errors in Council Directive 2003/96/CE, which restructures the Community framework for taxation of energy products and electricity. The original directive establishes the minimum tax rates applicable to motor fuels, heating fuels and electricity throughout the EU. The corrections af…

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Full official title

CELEX:32003L0096R(12)

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