Export Tax Rebate Cancellation for Ceramics: Act Early to Avoid Price Hikes

China’s Ministry of Finance has officially confirmed that the export tax rebate for ceramic products will be cancelled starting April 1, 2026. The current 9% value-added tax (VAT) rebate, a key support for the ceramic industry, will be reduced to 0%, directly affecting ceramic sanitary ware such as toilets and washbasins.

This policy adjustment will significantly increase production and export costs for Chinese ceramic manufacturers. For years, the tax rebate has helped manufacturers maintain competitive pricing for overseas clients. With its cancellation, enterprises cannot absorb the extra costs entirely and will have to raise product prices to ensure profitability, making price hikes for ceramic sanitary ware unavoidable.

As the April 1 deadline approaches, the first quarter of 2026 may see tight supply and rising logistics costs due to pre-policy order surges. To lock in current favorable prices and avoid procurement cost increases, we strongly advise all clients to place orders as soon as possible. Timely ordering is the most effective way to mitigate the impact of this policy adjustment.