Shipping wine within the European Union (EU) in a B2B context requires careful management of excise duties and compliance with applicable regulations. The introduction of the Certified Consignor and Certified Consignee roles, along with innovative solutions such as the Eurotax Digital Warehouse, has streamlined the process, enabling direct shipments from A to B while significantly reducing time and costs.
Excise Duties compliance for wine shipments to restaurants, hotels, bar, wine cellars and companies (B2B)
Excise duties are indirect taxes applied to specific products, including alcoholic beverages. To ensure compliance with B2B wine shipments within the EU, businesses must adhere to the provisions of the Consolidated Excise Act and ensure that both the consignor and the consignee are authorized by the relevant authorities.
The role of the Certified Consignor
The Certified Consignor is an operator authorized to ship excisable products, such as wine, to other EU Member States. This entity does not need to be a registered warehouse keeper or consignee but must obtain approval from the competent Customs Office, which assigns a unique identification code valid until revoked.
The role of the Certified Consignee
The Certified Consignee is an entity authorized to receive excisable goods from other EU countries. To obtain this qualification, the operator must apply to the relevant Customs Office, which, after verifying compliance, assigns a specific identification code.
Eurotax Digital Warehouse: an innovative solution
The Eurotax Digital Warehouse is a cutting-edge solution for managing excise duties in B2B wine shipping. By designating Eurotax as the Certified Consignee in the destination country, companies can simplify the shipping process, eliminating the need for the recipient to have an excise number.
Eurotax handles the calculation and payment of excise duties, ensuring compliance and reducing the risk of delays or penalties.
Advantages of direct shipments from A to B
Implementing these roles and solutions enables direct shipments from A to B, removing intermediaries and simplifying logistics. This approach significantly reduces delivery times and operational costs, while ensuring full compliance with excise duty regulations.
For companies operating in the B2B wine sector within the EU, understanding and implementing the Certified Consignor and Certified Consignee roles, along with solutions like the Eurotax Digital Warehouse, is essential for compliant and efficient shipping. Not only does this ensure compliance with fiscal regulations, but it also helps optimize logistics operations, providing a competitive advantage in the European market. Do not hesitate to contact us for any inquiries