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VAT Calculator

Calculate VAT amounts and base prices for inclusive and exclusive taxes.

Calculator Variables

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Calculation Overview

Calculate Value Added Tax (VAT) amounts easily. Supports both inclusive and exclusive VAT computations.

Mathematical Model & Formula

VAT Inclusive: Net = Gross / (1 + r)

Extracts the underlying cost basis from gross amounts to determine tax collections.

Variables Defined:

Worked Example Scenario

Scenario: Inclusive $120 item at 20% VAT rate.

  1. Net = $120 / 1.2 = $100
  2. VAT = $120 - $100 = $20

Result: VAT component is $20.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VAT?

Value Added Tax is a consumption tax placed on a product whenever value is added at each stage of the supply chain.