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How tax is calculated

The difference between inclusive and exclusive tax, and how the method follows your country.

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The method follows the country in Business details.

  • Tax inclusive: common in the UK. A £100 price with 20% VAT stays £100, of which £16.67 is VAT.

  • Tax exclusive: common in the US. A $100 price with a 10% tax becomes $110.

Discounts come off before tax. The Sales Tax report shows totals by rate.

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