The Florida Sales Tax Holiday on hurricane supplies and disaster preparedness has started and runs through June 14. The Tax Holiday marks the beginning of Hurricane Season, which official starts on June 1.
Sales tax is waived from purchases of the below items from all retailers in Florida, which includes online sales. Many items on the list are not exclusive to disaster preparedness, such as batteries, making this the ideal time to stock up on everyday supplies.
Does Florida Hurricane Sales-Tax Holiday Apply On Amazon?
Yes, Amazon participates in Florida’s annual disaster preparedness sales-tax holiday. All eligible items will be tax-free on Amazon.
$3,000 or less:
- Portable generators used to provide light or communications or to preserve food in the event of a power outage
$100 or less:
- Ground anchor systems
- Portable pet kennels
- Tarps
- Pet carriers
- Dry dog or cat food 50lbs or less
- Over-the-counter pet medications
$70 or less:
- Smoke detectors or smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Carbon monoxide detectors
$60 or less:
- Coolers and ice chests (food-storage; nonelectrical)
- Portable power banks
$50 or less:
- Radios (powered by battery, solar, or hand-crank)
- Any gas or diesel fuel container
- Batteries, including rechargeable batteries, listed sizes only:
$40 or less:
- Portable, self-powered light sources:
- Pet beds
$25 or less:
- Cat litter weighing 25 or fewer pounds
$20 or less:
- Reusable ice packs
- Pet leashes, collars, and muzzles
- Pet pads
$15 or less:
- Manual can openers
- Travel sized pet food or water bowls
- Cat litter pans
- Pet waste disposal bags
- Hamster or rabbit substrate
$10 or less:
- Dog or cat food if sold individually or the equivalent if sold in a box or case
For more information, visit floridarevenue.com.
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