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Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.
Syrup tax
What is the syrup tax?
It is a tax on the wholesale or retail sale of syrup used in making carbonated beverages. Successive sales of previously taxed syrup are not subject to the tax.
How do I pay the tax?
The tax is collected by wholesalers when the syrup is sold. Retailers pay the tax directly to the Department if they did not pay the tax on their wholesale purchase. It is reported on the excise tax return.
What rate do I pay?
The fee is $1.00 per gallon.
What are the funds used for?
Syrup tax collections are used to fund the state general fund.
