China’s electric vehicle industry rose with the aid of tax breaks.
China will add consumption tax on lithium-ion batteries from September 1 and on solar cells from April 1.
Key points
From South China Morning Post’s report- China will add consumption tax on lithium-ion batteries and solar cells starting September 1 and April 1.
- Analysts estimate the new battery levy adds about 1,000 yuan, or US$147, to EV production costs.
- Rates begin at 2% for lithium-ion batteries and rise to 4% one year after each start date.
- Industry margins were 3.4% in the first five months, leaving manufacturers little room to absorb higher costs.
- Beijing also targets overcapacity and price wars, while prioritizing exemptions for emerging technologies.
Why it matters. Analysts estimate the battery levy adds about 1,000 yuan, or US$147, to EV production costs, with margins 3.4% in early 2024.
What to watch. Monitor tax rates starting at 2% for batteries, rising to 4% one year later, plus Beijing’s overcapacity and price-war measures.
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