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When do I charge sales tax in Los Angeles?
You need to charge sales tax in Los Angeles if you have a sales tax nexus in the state of California. A sales tax nexus means different things in different states, it can mean having a physical location (e.g. a brick and mortar store), a person working for you or having an โaffiliateโ or click through sales tax nexus, which applies to online sellers.
To know for certain if you should be charging sales tax in Los Angeles, check the California government sales tax website.
Which goods are exempt from sales tax in Los Angeles?
Some goods are exempt from sales tax in Los Angeles for example groceries and prescription drugs. You'll also find Los Angeles sales tax exemptions which can be applied because the seller or purchaser meets certain criteria.
For a full list of exemptions, check the California government tax website.