Resale Certificate Instructions:
Please carefully read the instructions below and provide the mentioned resale certificate. Divinity Metals needs the correct resale certificate for your state in order to sell to you tax-free. Submitting the incorrect form will delay the acceptance process. If you need help filling out the correct form, please call 1 (818) 798-0621.
Does Alabama require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Alabama requires registration with the state for a resale certificate. However, if you are a drop-shipper, you are not required to register with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Alabama?
To get a resale certificate in Alabama, you may complete the Alabama Application for Certificate of Exemption (Form ST-EX-A1).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
This certificate does not expire unless there is a change in the character of operations.
Where can you go to learn more?
Ala. Admin. Code 810-6-5-.02(12) allows the Form STE-1 (also known as Form ST-EX-A1) to be used to claim a reseller exemption. Ala. Admin. Code 810-6-5-.02(7) provides the renewal criteria. The Simplified Sellers Use Tax FAQ notes that a resale certificate may only be required after registering with the state.
Does Alaska require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Alaska doesn’t have state sales tax, but Alaska does have local sales tax in some jurisdictions. Please refer to the specific jurisdiction to determine how to get a resale certificate.
Does Arkansas require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Arkansas does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Arkansas?
To get a resale certificate in Arkansas, you may either fill out the Arkansas Exemption Certificate (Form ST 391) or the Streamlined Exemption Certificate Form. You may use an out-of-state sales tax license number on these forms.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket certificate in Arkansas expires if not used within a twelve-month timeframe. Thus, it may be wise to renew Arkansas’s resale certificates every twelve months just to be safe.
Where can you go to learn more?
Ark. Regs. GR-53(B)(1) gives the requirements for what qualifies as a valid resale certificate. Ark. Regs. GR-53(B)(3) gives the requirements for renewing resale certificates.
Does California require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
California requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in California?
To get a resale certificate in California, you need to fill out the California General Resale Certificate (CDTFA-230). You will need a valid California seller’s permit number.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket certificate in California appears to not have an expiration date.
Where can you go to learn more?
Cal. Code Regs. 1668(a) requires a seller’s permit to have a valid resale certificate. Cal. Code Regs. 1668(b) gives details as to what qualifies as a resale certificate. Cal. Code Regs. 1668(b)(3) provides details about a blanket resale certificate.
Does Colorado require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Colorado does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Colorado?
To get a resale certificate in Colorado, you need to fill out the Colorado Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Multi-Jurisdiction Form (DR 0563).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
It appears that the blanket certificate does not expire as long as the information on the form is still valid.
Where can you go to learn more?
Colo. Code Regs. 39-26-105.1(c)(3) gives detailed information as to what is required of a seller to verify a non-taxable sale.
Does Connecticut require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Connecticut does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Connecticut?
To get a resale certificate in Connecticut, you need to fill out the Connecticut Sales & Use Tax Resale Certificate.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket resale certificate should be renewed at least every three years from the date of issue. However, it may also be used on a sale-by-sale basis.
Where can you go to learn more?
Conn. Agencies Regs. 12-426-1 gives detailed information as to what is required of a seller to verify a non-taxable sale. Connecticut Informational Publication, No. 2009(15), 04/08/2009 provides some frequently asked questions and answers regarding resale certificates.
Does Delaware require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Delaware requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Delaware?
To get a resale certificate Delaware, you may complete the Delaware Application for Certificate of Exemption (Form 373).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
The form does not expire unless the information on the certificate changes.
Does Florida require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Florida requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Florida?
To get a resale certificate in Florida, you must be registered with the state. Once registered with the state, you will receive your own resale certificate annually.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Each certificate is valid for one calendar year. At the beginning of a new calendar year, the state will send a new certificate, which replaces the expired certificate.
Where can you go to learn more?
You may visit the Florida Department of Revenue to login to your account and print a resale certificate (scroll down to “Sales & Use Tax”). Fla. Admin. Code Ann. 12A-1.039 contains the rules regarding sales for resale.
Does Hawaii require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Hawaii requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Hawaii?
To get a resale certificate in Hawaii, you will need to fill out the applicable Resale Certificate Form (G-17, G-18, or G-19). Please note that Form G-18 is only to be used for contractors in which a building permit is required.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket certificate in Hawaii does not expire unless it is revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Haw. Admin. Rules 18-237-13-02 contains the rules regarding sales for resale.
Does Idaho require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Idaho does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Idaho?
To get a resale certificate in Idaho, you will need to fill out the Idaho Sales Tax Resale or Exemption Certificate (Form ST-101).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket certificate in Idaho does not expire unless it is revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Idaho Admin. Rules 35.01.02.128 contains the rules regarding sales for resale. The Idaho State Tax Commission also has published some information on purchases by retailers.
Does Illinois require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Illinois requires registration with the state for a resale certificate unless you are an out-of-state purchaser that only sells to customers located outside of Illinois.
How can you get a resale certificate in Illinois?
To get a resale certificate in Illinois, you will need to fill out the Illinois Certificate of Resale (CRT-61).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
The Illinois Department of Revenue recommends that Certificates of Resale be updated at least every three years.
Where can you go to learn more?
The Illinois Department of Revenue has the following information about resale certificates.
Does Indiana require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Indiana does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Indiana?
To get a resale certificate in Indiana, you will need to fill out the Indiana General Sales Tax Exemption Certificate (ST-105).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
It appears that a blanket certificate in Indiana does not expire.
Where can you go to learn more?
Indiana briefly addressed how to handle nontaxable sales for resale in Information Bulletin #57 9/1/2011.
Does Iowa require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Iowa does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Iowa?
To get a resale certificate in Iowa, you will need to fill out the Iowa Sales/Use/Excise Tax Exemption Certificate 31-014.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Resale certificates in Iowa are valid for up to three years from the original issue.
Where can you go to learn more?
Iowa Code § 423.45 contains the rules regarding sales for resale. Iowa also has an online Sales and Use Tax Guide.
Does Kentucky require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Kentucky does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Kentucky?
To get a resale certificate in Kentucky, you will need to fill out the Kentucky Resale Certificate 51A105.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in Kentucky do not expire unless there is a change in the operations of the purchaser or the purchased goods or service is not the kind that the purchaser usually buys.
Where can you go to learn more?
Ky. Admin. Regs. 31:111 contains the rules regarding sales for resale. Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 139.270 and Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 139.280 contain the rules regarding resale certificates.
Does Louisiana require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Louisiana requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Louisiana?
To get a resale certificate in Louisiana, you must be registered with the state. Once registered with the state, you may download it from the state’s online portal.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in Louisiana are valid for two to three years depending on the certificate received. Each certificate may be automatically renewed if there is business activity using the certificate every twelve months.
Where can you go to learn more?
Louisiana Revenue Information Bulletin No. 09-015 6/23/2009 contains some of the rules regarding resale certificates.
Does Maine require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Maine does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Maine?
To get a resale certificate in Maine, you will need to be registered with the state of Maine and also report at least $3,000 of gross sales per year. If you qualify, you will automatically receive a resale certificate. If you do not qualify for this, you may fill out the Uniform Sales & Use Tax Certificate Form.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A Maine resale certificate is valid for a period of three to five years depending on the issuing or renewing date of the resale certificate.
Where can you go to learn more?
Me. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 1754-B contains the rules regarding the validation period of the resale certificate. Maine Revenue Services Sales, Fuel & Special Tax Division Instructional Bulletin No. 54 also focuses on the rules regarding resale certificates. Maine also posted a Sales, Use, and Service Provider Tax FAQ.
Does Maryland require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Maryland requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Maryland?
To get a resale certificate in Maryland, you will need to be registered with the state of Maryland. Although Maryland does not have an official resale certificate, you may fill out their suggested resale certificate. Please note that any purchases under $200 are typically not allowed to be tax-free.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
It appears that a blanket certificate in Maryland does not expire.
Where can you go to learn more?
Md. Regs. Code 03.06.01.14 contains the rules regarding resale certificates. The Maryland Purchases for Resale Refundable by Fax form can be used to refund tax paid on purchases under $200.
Does Massachusetts require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Massachusetts requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Massachusetts?
To get a resale certificate in Massachusetts, you will need to be registered with the state of Massachusetts. You will need to fill out the Massachusetts Sales Tax Resale Certificate ST-4.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
It appears that a blanket certificate in Massachusetts does not expire.
Where can you go to learn more?
Mass. Regs. Code 64H.8.1 contains the rules regarding resale certificates.
Does Michigan require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Michigan does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Michigan?
To get a resale certificate in Michigan, you will need to fill out the Michigan Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption (Form 3372).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
A blanket resale certificate in Michigan expires every four years and could expire earlier if a purchaser does not have a “recurring business relationship” which involves a purchase of at least every twelve months.
Where can you go to learn more?
Michigan Revenue Administrative Bulletin 2016-14 contains the rules regarding sales and use tax exemptions.
Does Minnesota require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Minnesota does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Minnesota?
To get a resale certificate in Minnesota, you will need to fill out the Minnesota Certificate of Exemption (Form ST3).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
The form does not expire unless the information on the certificate changes.
Where can you go to learn more?
You can see the Minnesota Sales and Use Tax Business Guide for information regarding sales and use tax, but also for resale certificates.
Does Mississippi require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Mississippi requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Mississippi?
To get a resale certificate in Mississippi, you will need to be registered with the state. In lieu of a resale certificate, you will need to provide the vendor with a Mississippi business permit.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Since Mississippi does not have a resale certificate but instead requires you to present your vendor with a Mississippi business permit, you will need to present that vendor with a new business permit every time it is renewed.
Where can you go to learn more?
Miss. Code Ann. § 27-65-5 and Miss. Administrative Code 35.IV.3.01 provide the rules regarding sales for resale. Miss. Code Ann. § 27-65-27 details the rules for a Mississippi business permit. Mississippi also posted a Sales Tax FAQ which clarifies the duties of an out-of-state purchaser to register with the state to claim an exempt purchase.
Does Missouri require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Missouri does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate if purchasing tangible personal property. If purchasing a taxable service, Missouri requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Missouri?
To get a resale certificate in Missouri, you will need to fill out the Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate (Form 149).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in Missouri expire every five years or the date of expiration on the resale certificate.
Where can you go to learn more?
Mo. Code Regs. 10-107.100 contains rules regarding resale certificates.
Does Montana require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Montana does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Montana?
To get a resale certificate in Montana, you need to fill out the Montana Business Registry Resale Certificate.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
It appears that the certificate does not expire as long as the information on the form is still valid.
Where can you go to learn more?
https://app.mt.gov/myrevenue/Endpoint/Form/362 gives detailed information as to what is required of a seller to verify a non-taxable sale.
Does Nebraska require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Nebraska does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Nebraska?
To get a resale certificate in Nebraska, you will need to fill out the Nebraska Resale or Exempt Sale Certificate for Sales Tax Exemption (Form 13).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in Nebraska do not expire as long as a “recurring business relationship” exists. A “recurring business relationship” involves at least one sale every twelve months.
Where can you go to learn more?
Neb. Admin. R. & Regs. 1-013 and Neb. Admin. R. & Regs. 1-014 contain Nebraska’s rules regarding resale certificates.
How can you get a resale certificate in North Carolina?
To get a resale certificate in North Carolina, you will need to fill out the North Carolina Resale Certificate.
Does Nevada require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Nevada does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Nevada?
To get a resale certificate in Nevada, you will need to fill out the Nevada Resale Certificate.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in Nevada do not expire until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Nev. Admin. Code 372.730 contains Nevada’s rules regarding the requirements of resale certificates.
Does New York require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
New York does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in New York?
To get a resale certificate in New York, you will need to fill out the New York Resale Certificate (Form ST-120).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket resale certificates in New York do not expire as long as the purchaser is purchasing the same general type of property.
Where can you go to learn more?
New York has a detailed guide to exemption certificates.
Does North Dakota require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
North Dakota does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in North Dakota?
To get a resale certificate in North Dakota, you will need to fill out the North Dakota Certificate of Resale (SFN 21950).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
North Dakota does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
N.D. Cent. Code § 57-39.2-10 and N.D. Admin. Code 81-04.1-01-15 contain the rules regarding sales for resale and resale certificates.
Does Ohio require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Ohio does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Ohio?
To get a resale certificate in Ohio, you will need to fill out the Sales and Use Blanket Exemption Certificate (Form STEC B).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Ohio does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 5739.03(B) contains the rules regarding exemption certificates.
Does Oklahoma require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Oklahoma does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Oklahoma?
To get a resale certificate in Oklahoma, you will need to fill out the Streamlined Exemption Certificate Form for Oklahoma.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Oklahoma does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Okla. Admin. Code 710:65-7-8, Okla. Stat. § 1365(G), and Okla. Admin. Code 710:65-13-200 contain the rules regarding sales for resale and exemption certificates. The Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board has instructions on how to fill out the certificate.
Oregon doesn't have a general sales or use/transaction tax.
Oregon Business Registry Resale Certificate for Oregon buyers who buy goods outside of the state and then resell them in Oregon.
Oregon does not have a sales tax exempt certificate.
If you're an Oregon resident working or shopping in a state with a sales tax and want information about that state's sales tax policy regarding nonresidents, consult that state's taxation agency.
Oregon law doesn't allow you to reduce your Oregon taxes because you paid sales taxes in another state.
Does Pennsylvania require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Pennsylvania does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Pennsylvania?
To get a resale certificate in Pennsylvania, you will need to fill out the Pennsylvania Exemption Certificate (Form REV-1220).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Pennsylvania does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Pa. Code 32.2 contains the rules regarding exemption certificates. Pa. Code 32.3 contains rules regarding sales for resale.
Does Rhode Island require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Rhode Island does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Rhode Island?
To get a resale certificate in Rhode Island, you will need to fill out the Rhode Island Resale Certificate or the Streamlined Exemption Certificate Form for Rhode Island.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket certificates in Rhode Island are valid as long as the purchaser is using the certificate to purchase the same type of property.
Where can you go to learn more?
R.I. Reg. 07-95 and R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-18-25 contains the rules regarding sales for resale and exemption certificates.
Does South Carolina require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
South Carolina does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in South Carolina?
To get a resale certificate in South Carolina, you will need to fill out the South Carolina Resale Certificate (Form ST-8A).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket certificates in South Carolina do not expire unless revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
SC Revenue Procedure 08-2, S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-950, and S.C. Code Ann. § 12-36-2510 contains the rules regarding resale certificates.
Does South Dakota require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
South Dakota does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in South Dakota?
To get a resale certificate in South Dakota, you will need to fill out the South Dakota Exemption Certificate (Form 2040).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
South Dakota does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
S.D. Codified Laws § 10-45-61 contains the rules regarding resale certificates.
Does Tennessee require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Tennessee requires registration with the state for a resale certificate. However, Tennessee vendors may be allowed to accept out-of-state resale certificates.
How can you get a resale certificate in Tennessee?
To get a resale certificate in Tennessee, you will need to fill out the Tennessee Certificate of Exemption and include a TN tax ID number.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Tennessee does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
The Tennessee Sales & Use Tax Guide provides the rules regarding exemption certificates and resale certificates beginning on page 41. Tennessee Letter Ruling #11-61 also gives such guidance that out of state resale certificates may be accepted by a Tennessee vendor.
Does Vermont require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Vermont requires registration with the state for a resale certificate with the exception of drop shipment sales.
How can you get a resale certificate in Vermont?
To get a resale certificate in Vermont, you will need to fill out the Vermont Sales Tax Exemption Certificate for Purchases for Resale And By Exempt Organizations (Form S-3).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket certificates in Vermont are valid as long as the purchaser is using the certificate to purchase the same type of property.
Where can you go to learn more?
Code of Vt. Rules 1.9707-1 requires resellers to register with the state in order to purchase goods tax-free. Code of Vt. Rules 1.9701(5)-3 contains the exception for drop shippers to be required to be registered with the state.
Does Virginia require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Virginia requires registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Virginia?
To get a resale certificate in Virginia, you will need to fill out the Virginia Sales and Use Tax Certificate of Exemption (Form ST-10).
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Blanket certificates in Virginia are valid until there is a notice from the Department of Taxation that it is no longer acceptable.
Where can you go to learn more?
Va. Admin. Code 10-210-280 contains the rules regarding exemption certificates.
Does Washington require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Washington does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Washington?
To get a resale certificate in Washington, you will either need to be registered with the state, in which case you will receive a Washington reseller permit or if you are not required to be registered with the state, you will need to fill out the Washington Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Reseller permits typically last four years. Washington does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Wash. Rev. Code § 82.32.780 and Wash. Admin. Code 458-20-102 contain Washington’s rules regarding reseller permits and resale certificates. Specifically, Wash. Admin. Code 458-20-102(d) gives guidance that purchasers do not have to be registered to receive a resale certificate.
Does Wyoming require registration with the state for a resale certificate?
Wyoming does not require registration with the state for a resale certificate.
How can you get a resale certificate in Wyoming?
To get a resale certificate in Wyoming, you will need to fill out the Streamlined Sales Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption. This is the only form Wyoming will accept as valid.
How often should this certificate be renewed?
Wyoming does not list an expiration period on its resale certificates, thus it would appear that a blanket certificate would be valid until revoked in writing.
Where can you go to learn more?
Wyo. Rules Dept. Rev. 2 Section 7 contains the rules regarding resale certificates.