For EU business customers outside Germany: Purchase without VAT
Tax-free purchasing for EU business customers outside Germany
As a business customer based in an EU country (other than Germany) with a valid EU VAT identification number (VAT ID), you can shop with us without VAT and benefit from the intra-community tax exemption.
Note for German business customers: As a German company, you initially pay German VAT, but you can reclaim it in full as input tax from the tax office.
💰 Your benefits at a glance
- VAT savings on every purchase through intra-community tax exemption
- Automatic validation of your EU VAT ID in real time
- Instant price adjustment in the cart after successful verification
- Legally compliant thanks to VIES validation (EU VAT Information Exchange System)
- Time savings on recurring orders by saving your details in your customer profile
🏢 How tax-free purchasing works
Option 1: One-time entry in the cart
- Add your desired products to the cart
- Go to the cart page (not directly to checkout!)
- Enter your EU VAT ID in the designated field
- Click "Validate"
- After successful verification, VAT is automatically deducted
- Complete your order without VAT
Option 2: One-time entry in your customer profile (recommended)
- Register free of charge in our shop
- Go to "My Account" → "Profile"
- Enter your EU VAT ID and validate it
- All future orders will automatically be invoiced without VAT
- No re-entry required!
📋 What is an EU VAT identification number?
The Value Added Tax Identification Number (VAT ID) is a unique identifier for businesses within the European Union. It is required for intra-community transactions and enables tax-free delivery between EU countries.
VAT ID format by country (examples):
- Austria: ATU12345678
- Belgium: BE0123456789
- France: FR12345678901
- Italy: IT12345678901
- Netherlands: NL123456789B01
- Poland: PL1234567890
- Spain: ESX12345678
🇪🇺 For which countries does the tax exemption apply?
The intra-Community tax exemption applies to valid VAT IDs from all EU member states except Germany:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find my VAT ID?
You can find your VAT ID on your company's official documents, invoices, or correspondence with the tax office. You can also verify the validity of your VAT ID online via the EU's VIES system.
What applies to German business customers?
German companies pay the standard German VAT with us. As a company entitled to deduct input tax, you will receive the VAT paid back in full as input tax from the tax office – meaning you ultimately also pay only the net price.
What happens if my VAT ID is invalid?
If the entered VAT ID cannot be validated, the standard price including VAT will be charged. In this case, please check the spelling of your VAT ID or contact us.
Is my VAT ID checked in real time?
Yes, we validate your VAT ID in real time via the official VIES system of the European Commission. This ensures the highest level of legal certainty for both parties.
Do I need to enter my VAT ID with every order?
No! If you enter your VAT ID once in your customer profile, it will be automatically applied to all future orders.
Will I receive a proper invoice?
Yes, you will receive a legally compliant invoice for intra-Community supplies showing your VAT ID and a note on tax exemption pursuant to Section 4 No. 1b UStG in conjunction with Section 6a UStG.
How much can I save?
The savings correspond to the VAT rate of your country. In most EU countries, this ranges between 19% and 25%. Thanks to the tax exemption, you only pay the net price.
📞 Do you have further questions?
Our customer service will be happy to assist you! Please contact us with any questions about tax exemption or technical issues entering your VAT ID.
Register now and benefit from automatic tax exemption!