VAT on florist quotes: 10%, 20% and exemption
10%, 20% or VAT exemption: how to split VAT correctly on a compliant florist quote.
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VAT on a florist quote is not always single-rate: fresh flowers, durable materials and services may fall under different rates. A wrong rate or missing wording can weaken your document or spark disputes.
This guide covers the most common event-floristry cases and what must appear on the quote.
Rates to know
- 10%: cut natural flowers and plants (decorative use), under the conditions set by French rules.
- 20%: hard goods (vases, structures), décor rental, certain service fees.
- VAT exemption: mandatory wording "TVA non applicable, art. 293 B du CGI" — no VAT charged.
What the quote must show
Each line or block must show the rate applied. The quote displays excl. and incl. VAT totals, the rate per category (or a split by rate), and the 293 B mention when applicable. A single incl. VAT lump sum without detail is not enough for a binding document.
Example: wedding with two rates
- Floral arrangements (cut flowers): €1,200 excl. VAT → 10% VAT → €1,320 incl. VAT
- Arch + vase rental: €200 excl. VAT → 20% VAT → €240 incl. VAT
- Client total incl. VAT: €1,560
Frequently asked questions
- Are all flowers at 10%?
- No. The reduced rate applies to cut natural flowers and plants under the conditions defined by French law. Hard goods and some services are at 20%.
- I'm VAT-exempt: what goes on the quote?
- The exact wording "TVA non applicable, art. 293 B du CGI" and amounts with no VAT. Avoid ambiguous 0% VAT lines.
- Can I show only an incl. VAT price to the client?
- You can communicate incl. VAT to the client, but the contractual quote must show excl. VAT detail, rates and incl. VAT totals to be compliant.
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