- New Jersey Division of Taxation provides guidance on tariff mark ups
- Tariffs are federal taxes on importers that can increase product costs
- When sellers pass tariff costs to consumers, these charges are subject to New Jersey sales tax
- This applies even if the tariff is listed separately on the bill
- Example given is tariffs on imported furniture affecting sales price
- Increased costs or fees from tariffs are part of the taxable sales price in New Jersey
Source: www2.deloitte.com
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