You need approval from the Animal and Plant Health Agency ( APHA ) to process animal by-products ( ABPs ) into pet food. Complete form ABPR4 to get approval to operate. 5 сент. 2014 г.
Is pet food regulated?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the manufacture of cat food, dog food, and dog treats or snacks you have in your pantry. The FDA's regulation of pet food is similar to that for other animal foods.
Do you need a license to sell pet food UK?
You must register your business with your local Trading Standards office if you make, sell or use animal feed.
Is pet food taxable UK?
In most Member States, food is classified as a social good and is thus taxed at reduced rates of VAT. Pet food, however, is accorded different VAT treatment, varying from 3% in Luxembourg to 25% in Denmark and Sweden. In the UK, food for humans is zero- rated; yet pet food is taxed at the standard rate of 17.5%.
Is pet food exempt from VAT?
In VAT legislation, the sale of 'animal feeding stuffs', unless biscuit or meal, can be zero rated with the exception of 'pet foods'. HMRC's own VAT guidance, found in VAT Notice 701/15, states pet food for working dogs can be zero rated.
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