# Coffee exporters warn 19% VAT could force them to advance US$708 million in taxes

> Colombia’s coffee exporters’ association objected to a proposed Economic Rescue Bill that would apply 19% VAT to green coffee and fique sacks. The group says exporters could have to advance nearly US$708 million in taxes while awaiting refunds, tying up working capital and increasing administrative burdens.

- Date: 2026-11-05 · published 2026-11-06T03:11:52.376Z
- Category: policy · region Colombia · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/83278-coffee-exporters-warn-19-vat-could-force-them-to-advance-us-708-million-in-taxes
- Commodities: [Colombian Peso (COP per USD)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/USDCOP.md)

## Why it matters

The proposed tax could raise cash-flow and compliance costs for Colombian coffee exporters, potentially affecting their purchasing capacity and export-chain operations. The article does not establish a direct effect on the listed feed commodities.

## Sources

- co.ibtimes.com: https://co.ibtimes.com/coffee-exporters-vat-warning-3296

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