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Form 6478

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
Form 6478

Biofuel Producer Credit

Rev. January 2020

Form 6478 (Rev. January 2020) is a tax form used for claiming biofuel producer credit. The document provides instructions for attaching the form to the tax return and accessing instructions and latest information on IRS website. It contains multiple sections with different scenarios: selling or using qualified second-generation biofuels, credit from partnerships, S corporations, cooperatives, estates, and trusts, and reporting for different entities. The document also includes specific instructions for lines related to these sections.

Instructions

FAQ
  • What is Form 6478 used for?

    Form 6478 is used by cooperatives, estates, and trusts to report the amount of the biofuel producer credit they're entitled to for the tax year. It also allows them to designate an apportionment method for allocating the credit among their patrons.

  • Who must file Form 6478?

    Cooperatives, estates, and trusts that are required to file a Form 1099-PATR must also file Form 6478 if they're entitled to the biofuel producer credit.

  • What is the deadline for making the election on line 5 of Form 6478?

    The election on line 5 of Form 6478 must be made on a timely filed tax return and include a written notice or Form 1099-PATR mailed to patrons during the payment period described in section 1382(d). The election can't be revoked once made.

  • What information is required on line 3 of Form 6478?

    Line 3 of Form 6478 requires cooperatives, estates, and trusts to report any Form 6478 credits from passive activities disallowed for prior years and carried forward to the current year.

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Tax forms

Form 6478 is one of Tax forms that are documents used to report income, deductions, and tax liability to the relevant tax authority. These forms are an essential part of the tax filing process and are used to ensure individuals and businesses comply with tax laws and accurately calculate their tax obligations.

The specific tax forms required can vary depending on factors such as an individual's filing status, sources of income, and the country's tax laws. However, here are some common types of tax forms:

Individual Income Tax Forms: These forms, such as the 1040 series in the United States, are used by individuals to report their income, claim deductions and credits, and calculate their tax liability.

Business Tax Forms: Businesses, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and self-employed individuals, may have to file various forms to report their income, expenses, and taxes owed. Examples include Schedule C (Profit or Loss from Business) and Form 1120 (U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return).

Employment Tax Forms: Employers are required to report employee wages and withhold and remit payroll taxes. Forms such as W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) and 941 (Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return) are used for this purpose.

Investment and Retirement Account Forms: These forms are used to report investment income, capital gains, and losses, as well as contributions and distributions from retirement accounts. Examples include Form 1099-DIV (Dividends and Distributions) and Form 5498 (IRA Contribution Information).

Estate and Gift Tax Forms: When a person passes away or makes significant gifts, specific forms such as Form 706 (United States Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return) and Form 709 (United States Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return) are used to report and calculate any applicable estate or gift taxes.

It is important to note that tax laws and forms can change over time, so individuals and businesses should consult the relevant tax authority or seek professional tax advice to ensure compliance with the current requirements.

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