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Tarta Emys backrest

Product Code37A4001
BrandTarta
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Emys® is a compact, flexible and unique design with a postural backrest support system.
ÂŁ1,149.00

VAT RELIEF

VAT Exemption and VAT Relief are two phrases you may have heard a lot when looking at mobility products.

Most of our products have two prices - one with and one without VAT. VAT Relief is available on products specially designed for use by those with a long term medical condition or illness in a personal or domestic setting.

We hope that this guide will offer some explanation of who and when you can claim VAT Relief as well as the process of how to claim VAT Relief at the time of ordering online and in store.

Why Two Prices?

Most of the products on this website have two prices - this means that this product qualifies for VAT relief and can be purchased without paying the VAT.

This status is given to products which are specifically designed to be used to relieve the symptoms of a chronic illness or disability.

Where a single price is shown, the product does not qualify for VAT relief and the price includes VAT.

Am I Eligible?

Where two prices are shown for a product, the lower price (which excludes VAT) is available to those who are chronically sick, disabled or terminally ill. Chronically sick means that you have an illness that is likely to last a long time (such as arthritis, angina, etc). Disabled means substantially and permanently handicapped by illness or injury.

You do not have to be registered disabled to claim relief from VAT, but the nature of your illness or disablement must be specified in your declaration.

Unfortunately you do not qualify if you are elderly but able-bodied or if you are only temporarily disabled or injured.

How do I claim?

Claiming VAT relief is simple and quick. There are no assessments and you do not need to provide medical proof of any disability or condition. You simply need to fill in a quick form either online, in person or through the post.

Online

You will be asked whether you wish to claim relief from VAT during the checkout process. If you do wish to claim you will just need to state the illness or medical condition you are suffering from and tick to confirm that you wish to claim exemption and that the information you have provided is correct. It's that easy!

In Store

When buying an item in store it is just as easy to claim VAT relief as it is online. Our friendly staff will provide you with a simple form to fill out where you simply need to list your condition, name, address and provide a signature. It takes under a minute to fill out and can help save you a lot of money.

By Phone

If you would like to place your order by telephone and wish to claim VAT relief, we will have to charge you the VAT initially and then refund it to you once we have received a signed declaration. Once we receive your telephone order, we will send your goods to you along with a VAT declaration form for you to sign and send back to us using the Freepost address provided. Once we have received your signed declaration we will refund you the VAT difference to the same card you paid with.

We are required to retain a copy of your declaration and it may be passed to HM Customs & Excise as evidence of your eligibility. Your data is stored securely and will never be used for any marketing purposes or given to any 3rd parties. If you are in any doubt whether you qualify for VAT relief, please click here to email our customer services or call 01444 253 300. Alternatively, you may want to contact your local Customs & Excise office directly.

The link below takes you to the guidance note published by HM Customs & Excise which provides further information.

HMRC VAT Notice 701/7: VAT reliefs for disabled and older people

Claiming VAT for others

If you are unable to make in to our showrooms and someone is purchasing items for you, they can claim VAT relief on your behalf. They will be asked to fill out a simple form with your details on and be asked to sign on your behalf.

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ÂŁ1,378.80 including VAT

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VAT RELIEF

VAT Exemption and VAT Relief are two phrases you may have heard a lot when looking at mobility products.

Most of our products have two prices - one with and one without VAT. VAT Relief is available on products specially designed for use by those with a long term medical condition or illness in a personal or domestic setting.

We hope that this guide will offer some explanation of who and when you can claim VAT Relief as well as the process of how to claim VAT Relief at the time of ordering online and in store.

Why Two Prices?

Most of the products on this website have two prices - this means that this product qualifies for VAT relief and can be purchased without paying the VAT.

This status is given to products which are specifically designed to be used to relieve the symptoms of a chronic illness or disability.

Where a single price is shown, the product does not qualify for VAT relief and the price includes VAT.

Am I Eligible?

Where two prices are shown for a product, the lower price (which excludes VAT) is available to those who are chronically sick, disabled or terminally ill. Chronically sick means that you have an illness that is likely to last a long time (such as arthritis, angina, etc). Disabled means substantially and permanently handicapped by illness or injury.

You do not have to be registered disabled to claim relief from VAT, but the nature of your illness or disablement must be specified in your declaration.

Unfortunately you do not qualify if you are elderly but able-bodied or if you are only temporarily disabled or injured.

How do I claim?

Claiming VAT relief is simple and quick. There are no assessments and you do not need to provide medical proof of any disability or condition. You simply need to fill in a quick form either online, in person or through the post.

Online

You will be asked whether you wish to claim relief from VAT during the checkout process. If you do wish to claim you will just need to state the illness or medical condition you are suffering from and tick to confirm that you wish to claim exemption and that the information you have provided is correct. It's that easy!

In Store

When buying an item in store it is just as easy to claim VAT relief as it is online. Our friendly staff will provide you with a simple form to fill out where you simply need to list your condition, name, address and provide a signature. It takes under a minute to fill out and can help save you a lot of money.

By Phone

If you would like to place your order by telephone and wish to claim VAT relief, we will have to charge you the VAT initially and then refund it to you once we have received a signed declaration. Once we receive your telephone order, we will send your goods to you along with a VAT declaration form for you to sign and send back to us using the Freepost address provided. Once we have received your signed declaration we will refund you the VAT difference to the same card you paid with.

We are required to retain a copy of your declaration and it may be passed to HM Customs & Excise as evidence of your eligibility. Your data is stored securely and will never be used for any marketing purposes or given to any 3rd parties. If you are in any doubt whether you qualify for VAT relief, please click here to email our customer services or call 01444 253 300. Alternatively, you may want to contact your local Customs & Excise office directly.

The link below takes you to the guidance note published by HM Customs & Excise which provides further information.

HMRC VAT Notice 701/7: VAT reliefs for disabled and older people

Claiming VAT for others

If you are unable to make in to our showrooms and someone is purchasing items for you, they can claim VAT relief on your behalf. They will be asked to fill out a simple form with your details on and be asked to sign on your behalf.

Details / Tarta Emys backrest

Emys® is a compact, flexible and unique design with a postural backrest support system. It was conceived in a modular mode with simple components and is really easy to use. Emys® offers a high degree of comfort thanks to its breathable padding foam. The handmade padding can be removed and washed at 30°C. The backrest bends and twists to give you more freedom of movement in daily activities.


Customization

Designed to be adaptable to the user’s needs, every single part of the Emys can be customised to fit the individual with minimal tools and easy adjustments.


Flexibility

Emys is the most flexible backrest in the world! The central column gives freedom of movement and support to improve quality of life for users.


Comfort

Comfortable washable foam pads can be used in any combination and with 12 different shapes to choose from it is unique to the user’s needs. Soft, breathable and fresh feeling to maximize the comfort of the backrest.  The spaces between the pads helps to keep dry the back of the user.  Each pad is made of washable foam, realised with breathable technical material for maximal comfort.


Configuration


Available in 3 widths:

Medium for wheelchair widths 35cm to 40cm

Large for wheelchairs 38cm to 43cm

Extra Large for wheelchair widths 40cm to 45cm

Height as follows:

3 Vertebrae 27cm back shell

4 Vertebrae 35cm backrest shell

5 Vertebrae 43cm backrest shell

Depth 

Available in 3 contour depths:

Std 5.5cm

Contour 9cm

Deep contour 14.5cm

Fitting

Will fit to rigid wheelchair and folding, rigid chair fitting is designed to clamp on backrest cross bar. Please contact us for fitting advice if you are unsure which fitting type you require.

Custom Designs

Custom designs/colours available upon request.

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