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The State of Alaska sales tax system is unique compared to other U.S. states. Alaska does not impose a statewide sales and use tax, making it one of the few states without a general retail sales tax. Instead, sales tax in Alaska is administered at the local level, where cities and boroughs are permitted to […]

Understanding sales tax in Connecticut, including who must collect it, what’s taxable, and how to file, is essential for staying compliant—especially as rules evolve. This Connecticut sales tax guide breaks down the state of Connecticut sales tax rate, nexus requirements, exemptions, and filing obligations for businesses operating in or selling into the state. What is […]

New Jersey imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 6.625%. The state allows some cities to impose motor vehicle rental tax and there is one district sales tax for Kapkowski Road Landfill Reclamation District Project. Businesses should monitor New Jersey sales tax rates closely to ensure accurate compliance. What’s Taxable in New Jersey? […]

Iowa imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 6%.  The state does allow local jurisdictions to levy additional sales taxes. What’s Taxable in Iowa? Iowa sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible personal property and certain enumerated services. Sellers selling taxable goods and/or services must comply with Iowa tax laws […]

The District of Columbia (D.C.) imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 6%. Unlike other states, local jurisdictions cannot levy additional taxes, which simplifies compliance compared to areas with varying local sales tax rates. What’s Taxable in District of Columbia? District of Columbia sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible […]

Sovos has been officially registered as an accredited Plateforme Agréée (PA) by the French Tax Authority (DGFIP), marking a significant milestone in supporting France’s upcoming mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting mandate. This accreditation follows successful completion of rigorous application requirements and comprehensive interoperability testing with the Public Portal of Invoicing (Portail Public de Facturation). PA accreditation […]

Can Alcohol Importers Legally Ship Direct-to-Consumer? The beverage alcohol industry operates under complex rules, which vary by state. While importers are part of the “supplier” tier—similar to wineries, distilleries, and breweries—they are treated differently under federal and state regulations. This distinction is especially notable when it comes to direct-to-consumer (DtC) wine shipping.   Currently, 48 […]

Key Highlights Three states—Arkansas, Mississippi, and Delaware—passed new DtC wine shipping laws. Maine extended its container redemption program to DtC shipments. California introduced a Granholm-compliant DtC shipping law for distilled spirits. 2025 was the 20-year anniversary of the Granholm v. Heald Supreme Court ruling.   As 2025 winds to a close, we at Sovos ShipCompliant […]

Indiana imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 7%. The state does not allow local jurisdictions to levy additional sales taxes. Keeping track of the sales tax rate in Indiana and all other states is essential for businesses. What’s Taxable in Indiana? Indiana sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible […]

Massachusetts imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 6.25%. The state does not allow local jurisdictions to levy additional sales taxes. What’s Taxable in Massachusetts? Massachusetts sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible personal property and certain enumerated services. Sellers selling taxable goods and/or services are required to collect and […]

Minnesota imposes a statewide sales and use tax of 8.75%. The state allows local jurisdictions to levy an additional sales tax. What’s Taxable in Minnesota? Minnesota sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible personal property and certain enumerated services. Sellers selling taxable goods and/or services are required to collect and remit sales […]

Pennsylvania imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 6%. The state allows local jurisdictions to levy additional sales taxes (specifically Allegheny County and City of Philadelphia). Staying compliant with Pennsylvania sales tax laws is essential for any business operating in the state. These laws define what goods and services are taxable, set the […]

The Idaho state sales tax rate is 6%. The state allows local jurisdictions to levy additional sales taxes. What’s Taxable in Idaho? Idaho sales and use tax applies to the sale of tangible personal property and certain enumerated services. Sellers selling taxable goods and/or services are required to collect and remit sales tax to the […]

Effective January 2026, California is fully opening its doors to direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of distilled spirits. Until recently, only distillers located within California were permitted to ship spirits directly to residents. This policy originated after the widespread shutdowns in 2020, which prompted temporary measures to support local businesses. The law allowing in-state direct-to-consumer shipping was […]

What is Colorado Sales Tax? Colorado imposes a statewide sales and use tax rate of 2.9%. Examples of taxable items include: Clothing Certain computer software Rentals of tangible personal property Non-prescription drugs Prepared food Colorado Sales Tax Rates by Location Like many states, localities in Colorado can impose taxes which may vary in application and […]

Understanding sales tax in Virginia is essential for any business operating in or selling into the state. Virginia state sales tax is governed by clearly defined statutes and filing requirements, making it important for sellers to stay compliant with Virginia sales tax law and ongoing administrative guidance. Virginia Sales Tax Rate Virginia imposes a statewide […]

California imposes a statewide base sales tax rate of 7.25%, the highest minimum statewide rate in the U.S. This is the starting point for all California sales tax calculations. What’s Taxable in California Under California sales tax law, sales and use tax applies to most sales of tangible personal property. California sellers, including remote sellers, […]

Retail merchants must begin to face the practical reality of President Donald Trump’s order that the U.S. Mint stop producing new pennies. The time is at hand when you will not always be able to make exact change for cash customers. This will undoubtedly lead to at least some customer service challenges, but the bigger […]