13/10/2026
๐ซ VAT and the Mega-Marshmallow Debate
The world of tax isn't always dry and dull โ in fact, when it comes to VAT, things can get downright quirky!
Take the recent mega-marshmallow dispute: Are they a zero-rated food or taxable confectionary? It all boiled down to one surprising question โ are they eaten with fingers, or only roasted on a stick? ๐ฅ๐ค
HMRC is increasingly stretching the definition of โconfectionaryโ, now including:
โข Chocolates, sweets and biscuits
โข Glace or crystallised fruits
โข Any sweetened food normally eaten with fingers
These rulings might raise a smile, but they also highlight just how complex VAT law really is.
At Darnells, we're here to support you and your business navigate this complex regime, to help ensure you can be confident in your dealings and submissions to HMRC.
Get in touch to see how we can support your business.
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