To buy merchandise wholesale, you need a sales tax ID called a seller’s permit. The seller’s permit requirement comes from Minnesota state legislation that requires you to collect sales tax.
Who Needs a Seller’s Permit?
- Retailer
- Wholesaler
- Online business
- eBay business
All dog grooming businesses need a Minneapolis business license.
Obtaining a Seller’s Permit
You may register for a Minnesota tax ID number online, by phone, or by paper form. If you meet the $100,000 retail sales or 200 transactions threshold in Minnesota in the prior 12 months, you must register to collect and pay sales tax regardless of physical presence.
LegalZoom can find the licenses your business requires. The main state permit in Minnesota is the seller’s permit.
Tax-Exempt Items in Minnesota
- Food
- Clothing
- Medications
- Medical equipment
- Meals provided in schools and care facilities