Sales tax is applied to orders based on the shipping destination and the applicable state and local tax laws. Below is an overview of how sales tax is handled for orders shipped to Michigan, Indiana, and California.
States Where We Currently Collect Sales Tax
We currently collect and remit sales tax on orders shipped to the following states:
Michigan
Indiana
California
The exact tax amount is calculated automatically at checkout based on the delivery address and any applicable state, county, or local tax rates.
Sales Tax on Shipping Charges
Whether shipping charges are taxable depends on the laws of the destination state.
Indiana
In Indiana, sales tax is applied to both the product and the shipping charges. This means the total taxable amount may include the cost of the items as well as the cost of shipping.
California
In California, shipping may be taxable in certain situations and locations depending on how the shipment is structured and the applicable local tax regulations. As a result, some California orders may include sales tax applied to the shipping cost.
Michigan
In Michigan, sales tax is applied to the products being purchased. Shipping charges are generally not taxable when they are separately stated, which is how they are listed at checkout.
How Tax Is Calculated
All sales tax amounts are calculated automatically at checkout based on:
The shipping address
Applicable state and local tax rates
Whether the state taxes shipping charges
This ensures that the tax collected is accurate and compliant with current state regulations.
Questions About Sales Tax
If you have questions about how sales tax is calculated on your order, please contact our customer service team. We are happy to help clarify how taxes apply to your specific purchase.