Should sanitation be taxed?
Authors
Kebede, A
Issue Date
2019-10
Type
Language
en
Keywords
Water and Sanitation
Alternative Title
Abstract
This Learning Note reviews how taxes and tariffs are applied in Ethiopia and how they are (or might in the future) influence the market for key sanitation and safe water products. It examines the different taxes on sanitation products and services, and existing fiscal policies. The note then focuses on taxes for concrete slabs, the SATO pan and AIM plastic slab, and menstrual hygiene products (sanitary pads). By keeping sanitation products and services remain affordable through favorable tax policies for consumers and manufacturers, the note concludes, is important for public health and well-being.
Description
This Learning Note reviews how taxes and tariffs are applied in Ethiopia and how they are (or might in the future) influence the market for key sanitation and safe water products. It examines the different taxes on sanitation products and services, and existing fiscal policies. The note then focuses on taxes for concrete slabs, the SATO pan and AIM plastic slab, and menstrual hygiene products (sanitary pads). By keeping sanitation products and services remain affordable through favorable tax policies for consumers and manufacturers, the note concludes, is important for public health and well-being.