Yes, Shopify does collect sales tax in California. You can learn more about how sales tax works with Shopify in our help docs.
In general, sales tax is collected on the total purchase price of taxable goods and services. However, there are some exceptions to this rule.
For example, in California, certain items are exempt from sales tax, including but not limited to: groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical devices.
If you’re selling taxable goods and services in California, you’ll need to register for a sales tax permit with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. Once you have your permit, you can add your sales tax rates to Shopify.
You can learn more about adding sales tax rates to Shopify in our help docs.
Once you’ve added your sales tax rates to Shopify, we’ll automatically calculate and collect the appropriate amount of sales tax from your customers at checkout. We’ll then remit the collected funds to the state on your behalf.
You can learn more about how Shopify handles sales tax remittances in our help docs.
Does Shopify Collect Sales Tax California?
Yes, Shopify does collect sales tax in California.
In general, sales tax is collected on the total purchase price of taxable goods and services. For example, in California, certain items are exempt from sales tax, including but not limited to: groceries, prescription drugs, and certain medical devices.
If you’re selling taxable goods and services in California, you’ll need to register for a sales tax permit with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. You can learn more about adding sales tax rates to Shopify in our help docs. Once you’ve added your sales tax rates to Shopify, we’ll automatically calculate and collect the appropriate amount of sales tax from your customers at checkout.
We’ll then remit the collected funds to the state on your behalf. You can learn more about how Shopify handles sales tax remittances in our help docs.
