Laws, courts and authorities
PAngV
Abbreviation for Preisangabenverordnung
In short and in plain language
The PAngV is a German rule on how to show prices.
It says how prices must be shown to shoppers.
This covers the total price and the unit price. It also covers notes on the cost of delivery.
It usually matters for websites with prices and for online shops. Offers to private buyers are also affected.
Definition
The PAngV is the German Price Indication Ordinance, which regulates how prices are to be stated to consumers. It sets out requirements for total prices, unit prices and notes on shipping costs, among others. It is usually relevant for websites showing prices, online shops and offers aimed at private customers.