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  • 2025 Ohio Sales Tax Holiday

    2025 Ohio Sales Tax Holiday

    Loveland, Ohio – The 2025 Sales Tax Holiday will run for two full weeks, beginning at 12:00 AM on Friday, August 1, and ending at 11:59 PM on Thursday, August 14.

    In 2024, the holiday from sales tax was expanded to include more items and run for a longer period. Instead of the usual three days, it lasted ten days and was expanded to include a wide range of items up to $500, rather than limited to school supplies.

    During the holiday, shoppers will be able to make qualifying purchases both in-store and online without paying state sales tax. The tax exemption does not apply to services or to purchases motor vehicles, watercraft, outboard motors, alcohol, tobacco, vapor products, or any item containing marijuana.

    For full details, including eligible items and frequently asked questions, visit the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Sales Tax Holiday page. You can also contact the Department by email or by calling 1-888-405-4039. For those using text telephones (TTY) or adaptive equipment, call 1-800-750-0750 to speak with a representative.

    Examples of Tax-Exempt Items

    • Electronics: Computers, televisions, and other gadgets
    • Clothing: Any apparel items
    • Books: All types, including novels and textbooks
    • Home Goods: Furniture, kitchenware, and home décor
    • Plants: Indoor and outdoor plants
    • Sporting Goods: Equipment and apparel for sports
    • Food and Beverages: Dine-in food, dietary supplements, and soft drinks

    Note: These are just examples. Many other items will also be exempt from sales tax during this period.

    FAQs

  • Ohio sales tax holiday begins Friday for back to school shopping

    Ohio sales tax holiday begins Friday for back to school shopping

    Loveland, Ohio – the Ohio sales tax holiday is on the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of August.

    During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

    • An item of clothing priced at $75 or less;
    • An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less; and
    • An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less.

    Go HERE for all the details.

  • Ohio sales tax holiday begins 1st Friday in August

    Ohio sales tax holiday begins 1st Friday in August

    Loveland, Ohio – the Ohio sales tax holiday is on the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of August.

    During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

    • An item of clothing priced at $75 or less;
    • An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less; and
    • An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less.

    Go HERE for all the details.

  • Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is August 6th, 7th, & 8th

    Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is August 6th, 7th, & 8th

    The Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is from Friday, August 6, at 12 AM until Sunday, August 8 at 11:59 PM.

    During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

    • An item of clothing priced at $75 or less;
    • An item of school supplies priced at $20 or less; and
    • An item of school instructional material priced at $20 or less.

    Items used in a trade or business are not exempt under the sales tax holiday.

  • Ahead of Sales Tax Holiday, Attorney General DeWine offers tips for consumers

    Ahead of Sales Tax Holiday, Attorney General DeWine offers tips for consumers

    The holiday starts on Friday, August 4, 2017 at 12:00 a.m. and ends on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at 11:59 p.m.

    During the holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

    • Clothing priced at $75 per item or less;
    • School supplies priced at $20 per item or less; and
    • School instructional material priced at $20 per item or less.

    Items used in a trade or business are not exempt under the sales tax holiday.

    Sales Tax Holiday Frequently Asked Questions

    Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today offered consumer protection tips ahead of Ohio’s sales tax holiday, which runs this Friday through Sunday.

    “As people take advantage of the sales tax holiday and complete their back-to-school shopping, we want them to be prepared,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We’ve helped thousands of people resolve consumer complaints, and we know that many disputes are the result of a misunderstanding. We put an emphasis on prevention to help people avoid problems and make the most of their money.”

    During the sales tax holiday, the following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

    • Clothing priced at $75 per item or less;
    • School supplies priced at $20 per item or less; and 
    • School instructional materials priced at $20 per item or less.  

    The Ohio Department of Taxation provides detailed information about the sales tax holiday on its website, including FAQs about what is and what is not exempt from sales tax during the holiday.

    Tips for consumers include:

    • Plan ahead. The sales tax holiday runs from Friday, Aug. 4, through Sunday, Aug. 6, 2017. Determine in advance the purchases you want to make, and review the Department of Taxation’s FAQs to understand what is and what is not exempt from sales and use tax during the sales tax holiday. Also research sellers’ reputations by reading customer reviews and checking for complaints on file with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office and Better Business Bureau.
    • Understand return policies before you buy. In Ohio, sellers can choose to set their own return policies, including policies of “no returns,” but they should clearly tell you what their return policy is before you check out or complete the transaction. For example, the return policy shouldn’t be posted only on the back of a receipt.
    • Stay safe online. Research websites you plan to use, and make sure a website is secure before you enter any personal information or payment details. In the web address, look for the “s” in “https” and/or a lock symbol to help ensure a website has security features. Also consider paying with a credit card, which generally gives you stronger protections to dispute unauthorized charges.
    • Check the exclusions and limitations of an offer. Exclusions and limitations must be clearly disclosed in advertisements, including online, so review terms and conditions carefully before you go to the store or make a purchase.
    • Keep your receipts. Maintaining a complete record of a sale will help you handle problems that may arise after the purchase. Keep receipts, copies of advertisements, photos of products, and other documentation until the transaction and billing process are complete.
    • Monitor your accounts. Regularly check your credit card and bank accounts for unauthorized charges or unexpected activity. If you find problems, immediately notify your credit card provider or bank. The sooner you identify a problem, the sooner you can work to correct it.
    • Protect your personal information. Don’t carry around extra, unneeded credit cards, debit cards, or other sensitive information in your wallet or purse. Also limit giving out your personal information. Check privacy policies to see how sellers will use your information.
    • Watch for scams and identity theft. Con artists operate year round. If you receive a message saying you’ve won the lottery, the IRS is coming to arrest you, or a family member is out of the country and in need of money immediately, it’s likely a scam. Also, help watch for signs of potential identity theft by checking your credit report using www.AnnualCreditReport.com.

    Consumers who need help addressing a consumer problem or question should contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Office at www.OhioProtects.org or 800-282-0515.