Sales Tax, Exemptions & Wholesale Purchasing

Sales Tax, Exemptions & Wholesale Purchasing

How to understand your tax status—and how to submit your exemption certificate.

Where We Collect Sales Tax

Seattle Pottery Supply currently collects sales tax in:

  • Washington State (WA)
  • Hawaii (HI) (Dec 2025)
  • Alaska (AK) (Feb 2026)
  • Michigan (MI) (Feb 2026)
  • Illinois (IL) (Feb 2026)
  • Virginia (VI) (Feb 2026)

All tax collected is remitted to the appropriate state.

Sales Tax Exemptions

If your business qualifies for exemption, you can submit documentation in the Exemption Certificate Management portal. Once approved, exemptions apply to:

  • Online purchases
  • In-store purchases
  • Phone orders
  • Local pickups
  • Shipments to qualifying addresses

Your exemption is tied to the email address you used to login, and successful creation of a B2B Profile.

Exemptions will only be applied to future purchases, and will not be applied to prior orders.

Learn more about WA Dept of Revenue Reseller Permits.

View an Example WA Reseller Permit. WA Reseller Pemits begin with the letter A and end with 2 digits matching the expiration year. In WA, the UBI Number on your Business License is not the same as a Reseller Permit.

  • The name on the certificate must match the name of your organiation. We may reject your certificate, or modify the name on file to match your certificate.
  • If your Doing-Business-As name does not appear on your certificate, please upload a PDF of your business license in addition to your certificate.
Reseller Permit Example from WA State Dept of Revenue

Manage Your Exemption

We partner with ExempTax to securely collect, validate, and store exemption certificates. You will be notified by email before your certificate expires.

This is the fastest and most reliable method.

Access the Exemption Certificate Management portal now.

Troubleshooting

My exemption didn’t apply at checkout

  • You may be logged in with a different email
  • Your certificate may still be pending
  • The exemption may apply only to certain states or items
  • You may not have a B2B Profile (required).

Mixed taxable and exempt items

In-store: ask cashier first. Online: place separate orders.

Picking up in Seattle but exempt in another state

Seattle sales tax applies unless an approved SST exemption is on file.

Types of Exemptions Accepted

Reseller Permit

Raw materials (clay, glaze) are usually exempt; tools and kilns are taxable unless under manufacturing rules.

Manufacturing Exemption

Includes kilns and equipment used directly in production. Hand tools do not qualify.

Streamlined Sales Tax (SST)

Out-of-state resellers, multi-jurisdictional buyers, and certain exempt organizations may fill and sign a SST form.

Special Situations

Picking Up in Seattle

Sales tax applies unless valid excemption documentation is pre-approved.

Freight Carrier Pickups

Contact us before placing an order for pickup by a common carrier; some exemptions may apply for out-of-state delivery.

International Customers

ExempTax supports Canadian and multijurisdictional certificates where state laws allow.

Need Help?

Email info@seattlepotterysupply.com

Important Disclaimer

Seattle Pottery Supply is not a tax advisor. Nothing on this page should be interpreted as tax, legal, or accounting advice. Always consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to your business.