Dear Taobao seller:
The E-commerce Law of the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the E-commerce Law) promulgated by the state on August 3 1 this year will be implemented on August 20 19 1.
Although the implementation rules have not been announced, we have received many inquiries from sellers and heard some incorrect understandings. In order to avoid misunderstanding, we have prepared a preview version of this guide according to the information we know at present and the measures taken in the follow-up Taobao plan, so that everyone can operate with confidence. Our series of practical articles will come one after another, please wait patiently.
(1) Who doesn't need to register as a market entity?
Registration is not required for those who meet the following conditions: 1) Individuals sell their own agricultural and sideline products; 2) Personal sales of household handicrafts; 3) Individuals use their own skills to engage in convenient labor services without obtaining permission according to law; 4) Individuals engage in sporadic small transactions; 5) Other circumstances that do not require registration as stipulated by laws and administrative regulations.
(2) Is it necessary to comply with the provisions of the e-commerce law when selling things online?
Yes, as long as it is the same in China, including self-operated e-commerce companies that build their own websites or apps, or operators who sell goods or provide services through various social and information media such as WeChat official accounts, applets, friends circles, groups, private messages, headlines, live broadcasts and short videos. As long as you sell goods or provide services through the Internet, you will abide by the e-commerce law.
(3) Only over a month, the state has not announced the detailed rules. Is time enough?
We will pay close attention to the legislative trends of various state departments and inform you as soon as the detailed rules are promulgated. In terms of compliance time, I believe that the government will fully consider the difficulties faced by everyone, please rest assured. Taobao will also provide support for products, rules and service processes.
(4) Will the tax payment change after the "Electronic Commerce Law" comes into effect?
E-commerce law does not involve the adjustment of tax elements such as taxes and tax rates. Tax-related issues are still implemented in accordance with the Tax Administration Law and relevant laws and regulations. At present, the Tax Administration Law is being revised. After the amendment is passed, we will also inform you of the changes in laws and regulations as soon as possible, so please keep your attention.
The state is constantly introducing various tax reduction and exemption policies to help the development of new industries, new models and new formats, vigorously cultivate new economic growth points and support private enterprises to become bigger and stronger. We will continue to cooperate with relevant state departments to effectively implement the policy of "encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship, continuously reducing taxes and burdens, continuously optimizing tax payment services, and simplifying procedures" to help small and medium-sized sellers develop.