Published on February 15, 2026 | Category: Costco 攻略

英國 Costco 價格牌完全解讀：VAT 包唔包？價格尾數隱藏什麼秘密？

在英國 Costco 購物，標價牌上的數字其實大有學問。如果你不懂得分辨 VAT（增值稅）或是無視價格尾數的暗示，很有可能會錯過真正的「清貨價」。這篇文章將為您拆解英國 Costco 標牌背後的秘密。

1. VAT 到底包唔包？（大小字之謎）

在英國 Costco 貨架上，您通常會看到兩個價格：

大字體價格： 這是 Ex. VAT（未連稅價格），主要供商業會員報稅參考。
小字體價格： 這是 Inc. VAT（已連稅價格），這才是您在收銀實際需要支付的金額。

哪些貨品不需要 VAT (0%)？

基礎食品： 鮮肉、生鮮蔬果、鮮奶、雞蛋、大部分麵包。
嬰幼兒用品： 奶粉、嬰兒食品、童裝（14 歲以下）。
出版物： 書本、報紙、雜誌。

哪些貨品要收足 20% VAT？

加工食品與飲品： 薯片、朱古力、汽水、含酒精飲品。
家居與電子產品： 洗潔精、衛生紙、電器、成人衣服、電池。
寵物用品： 貓糧、狗糧。

🔗 官方參考資料：
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rates-of-vat-on-different-goods-and-services

💡 專業貼士： 使用我們的 Costxx 購物助手，可以幫您即時記錄 Inc. VAT 價格，結帳前對數清清楚楚，避免結帳時出現價格誤差！

2. 價格尾數代表甚麼？ (.97 / .00 / .49)

根據非官方資料及網上自稱員工所講學會看尾數，能幫你一眼看出這件貨品是否正在「減價中」：

價格尾數	隱含意義
.99	常規價格：貨源充足，未經折扣的標準價。
.97	分店特價：這是最抵買的清貨價（Clearance），售完即止。
.49 / .79	廠家促銷：由供應商提供的試銷價，通常比常規價便宜。
.00 / .88	庫存清零：分店為了清空貨架手動改價，通常是最後幾件。

3. 結合標記與尾數決定「入手時機」

如果您看到一個商品價格尾數是 .97，且右上角帶有 星號 (*)，這代表該商品不僅在清貨，而且以後不會再補貨！這是「終極入手信號」，看到就不要猶豫了。

總結

搞懂這些標價細節，下次去 Costco 購物就能像專業買手一樣精明。別忘了在現場發現「.97」好貨時，到我們的 Costxx 查貨助手報料，與全英網友分享第一手到貨及減價情報！

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Published on February 15, 2026 | Category: Costco Tips & Tricks

The Complete Guide to UK Costco Price Tags: Is VAT Included? What Do the Ending Numbers Hide?

When shopping at Costco in the UK, the numbers on the price tags actually hold a lot of secrets. If you don't know how to differentiate VAT (Value Added Tax) or ignore the hints given by the ending numbers, you might miss out on real "clearance deals." This article will decode the secrets behind UK Costco's price tags for you.

1. Is VAT Included? (The Mystery of Big and Small Fonts)

On the shelves at UK Costco, you will typically see two prices:

Large Font Price: This is Ex. VAT (price excluding tax), mainly for business members' tax reference.
Small Font Price: This is Inc. VAT (price including tax), and this is the actual amount you need to pay at the checkout.

Which Items Do Not Need VAT (0%)?

Basic Foods: Fresh meat, fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh milk, eggs, most bread.
Infant and Child Products: Baby formula, baby food, children's clothing (under 14 years old).
Publications: Books, newspapers, magazines.

Which Items Charge the Full 20% VAT?

Processed Foods and Drinks: Crisps, chocolate, fizzy drinks, alcoholic beverages.
Household and Electronics: Washing up liquid, toilet paper, electrical appliances, adult clothing, batteries.
Pet Supplies: Cat food, dog food.

🔗 Official Reference:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rates-of-vat-on-different-goods-and-services

💡 Pro Tip: Use our Costxx Shopping Helper to instantly record Inc. VAT prices, ensuring your totals are clear before checkout and avoiding any price discrepancies at the till!

2. What Do the Ending Numbers Mean? (.97 / .00 / .49)

According to unofficial sources and people claiming to be employees online, learning to read the ending numbers can help you see at a glance if an item is currently "discounted":

Ending Number	Hidden Meaning
.99	Standard Price: Ample stock, standard price without discount.
.97	Store Special: This is the best value clearance price, available while stocks last.
.49 / .79	Manufacturer Promotion: A trial or promotional price offered by the supplier, usually cheaper than the standard price.
.00 / .88	Inventory Clearance: The store manually changed the price to clear the shelf, usually for the last few items.

3. Combining Symbols and Endings to Decide "When to Buy"

If you see an item's price ending in .97 and it has an asterisk (*) in the top right corner, this means the item is not only on clearance but will not be restocked! This is the "ultimate buy signal," so don't hesitate if you see it.

Conclusion

Understand these pricing details, and next time you shop at Costco, you'll be as smart as a professional buyer. Don't forget, when you spot a great ".97" deal in-store, use our Costxx Stock Tracker to report it and share first-hand stock and discount info with internet users across the UK!

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if the tools help your life in the UK,
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