This year, the sales-tax holiday will last 14 days – from
Friday Aug. 1 through Thursday Aug. 14. The event permits tax-free purchases online and in person on all eligible items totaling up to $500 per item.
Although traditionally associated with back-to-school purchases and school supplies, nearly all other items are eligible for the tax exemption. General exceptions include services, boats, automobiles, liquor, tobacco, vapor products and items containing marijuana.
When shopping, make sure you understand which items are eligible for the exemption. Also, practice sound shopping habits, such as keeping receipts and knowing the return policies of the stores where you shop.
The Ohio Department of Taxation provides detailed information about the expanded sales-tax holiday. Before heading out, consider the types of purchases you plan to make and review the
Ohio Department of Taxation’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage.
For questions about the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday, call the Department of Taxation at 1-888-405-4039.