Recent research indicates a sugar tax can reduce millions of dental procedures and boost oral health in Australia. In Australia, an upcoming levy might raise 1.4 billion dollars. The proposed measure focuses on bettering oral health outcomes and avoiding millions of dental procedures across Australia.
In Germany, discussions continue over which beverages the intended sugary drink tax will apply to. A proposal for a sugar tax on Coke Zero did not proceed. German discussions remain active concerning which specific beverages the planned sugar tax will apply to in the future.