50-State Resale Tax Certificate & Exemption Directory

Official state Department of Revenue forms, Multi-State (MTC) acceptance, and rules for buying inventory 100% tax-free.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Resale Certificates

Essential tax guidelines for purchasing inventory tax-free as an e-commerce seller.

What is a Resale Certificate for online sellers?

A Resale Certificate (also known as a sales tax exemption certificate) allows business owners and resellers to purchase inventory and goods tax-free when buying items intended exclusively for resale to customers.

Can I use an out-of-state resale certificate?

Over 35 states accept the Multi-State Tax Commission (MTC) Uniform Sales & Use Tax Certificate or Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) form. However, some strict states (such as California, Florida, and Washington) require you to register directly with their state Department of Revenue or submit specific state-issued documentation.

How do I buy tax-free at thrift stores like Goodwill?

Present your state-issued sales tax license or a signed state resale exemption certificate at customer service. Most major thrift chains will create a tax-exempt customer profile in their POS system so all future purchases are automatically tax-free.