A resale certificate allows businesses to purchase goods intended for resale without paying sales tax at the point of purchase. By using a resale certificate, businesses avoid double taxation, as the sales tax is ultimately collected from the end consumer when the goods are sold.

How Does a Resale Certificate Work?

1. Exemption from Sales Tax:

When businesses buy goods for resale, a resale certificate exempts them from paying sales tax to the supplier.

2. End Consumer Responsibility:

Sales tax is charged when the goods are sold to the final consumer, ensuring compliance without double taxation.

Who Needs a Resale Certificate?

1. Retailers and Wholesalers:

Businesses that purchase goods with the intent to resell them to customers.

2. E-commerce Sellers:

Online sellers who buy inventory for resale.

3. Service Providers:

Businesses that resell tangible goods as part of their services.

How to Obtain a Resale Certificate

To get a resale certificate, you typically need to:

1. Register for a sales tax permit in your state.

2. Provide required business details, including your tax ID and business registration information.

For more information, check out these detailed guides:

• US Resale Certificate: Business Necessity for Retailers.
• California Resale Certificate for U.S. Business.

Need Help?

Obtaining a resale certificate can be challenging for new or nonresident business owners. Business Globalizer simplifies the process, ensuring your resale certificate is issued quickly and accurately.

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• US Resale Certificate Services

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