Discusses pricing formula and other fees, value-added tax (VAT), etc.
Last Published: 8/19/2019

The Mauritian market is generally price sensitive, although middle- and high-income brackets increasingly look for quality.  Most prices are market-determined, but the government controls prices and/or markups on certain goods.  For example, the government sets maximum prices for petroleum products, cooking gas (for domestic use), wheat flour, non-luxury rice, and bread.  Additionally, there are maximum markups permitted (ranging from 17 to 45 percent) for goods such as pharmaceuticals, timber, tires, infant milk, canned fish and meats, and imported fresh fruits. Details on products whose prices are controlled can be found on this link. Legislation related to price control can be accessed here.  Mauritius applies a 15 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on all goods and services, except for some basic staple food items, medical and dental services, most pharmaceuticals, and educational and training services.
 

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