Bericht der Kommission an den Rat über die Richtlinie 2011/64/EU über die Struktur und die Sätze der Verbrauchsteuern auf Tabakwaren KOM(2018) 17 endg.; Ratsdok. 5277/18

This report from the European Commission assesses the EU's rules on excise duties for tobacco products, as required by Directive 2011/64/EU. It examines the structure and rates of these taxes across member states. The report informs the Council of the EU about the functioning of the directive. It helps ensure fair competition and contributes to public health goals by influencing tobacco consumption.