Use tax
They are typically levied upon the use, storage, enjoyment, or other consumption in the state of tangible personal property that has not been subjected to a sales tax.The assessing jurisdiction may make the use tax payable annually, but some states require a monthly payment.Given the volume of jurisdictions, the source of the sale may also need to be examined, in order to appropriately apply and remit the tax.SSTP has also been in the forefront of an effort to push Congress to amend the laws to make collection of sales tax less burdensome.Reciprocal states will then use those records and send a tax bill including penalties and interest to the individual taxpayer.Manufacturers are also exempt when they purchase goods that ultimately are incorporated into tangible personal property that is destined for the open market.Several states also offer Direct Pay Permits, which are issued to manufacturers allowing them to purchase the goods intended for incorporation into tangible personal property.Such manufacturers may also use the same goods or parts for repair and maintenance of their existing products previously purchased by the end consumer.The manufacturer will purchase all goods tax exempt with the Direct Pay Permit but is required to accrue and remit tax on goods that are taken from inventory (intended for incorporation into tangible personal property held for sale) and consumed by the manufacturer.Direct pay permits are generally used by manufacturers that purchase tangible personal property for resale and their own use.