[C] - Harmonized index of consumer prices at constant tax rates
Description
The HICP-CT provides a measure of the teorical impact of changes of indirect taxes (e.g. VAT and excise duties) on the overall HICP inflation. It follows the same computation principles as the HICP.
Eurostat type of process classification
Statistical compilation other than National Account
The HICP-CT computation, carried out inside a specific European project, started in 2009. Data series are available from January 2002 onwards.