Vbelt Warehouse

Yes, Vbelt Warehouse honors tax-exempt purchases for qualifying customers.

Sales tax is charged based on the shipping address of the order, in compliance with Ohio state laws and any applicable local taxes.

To have sales tax removed from your orders, you must provide a valid sales tax exemption certificate (such as the Ohio Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate or Blanket Exemption Certificate, available from the Ohio Department of Taxation).

How to Submit Your Tax-Exempt Certificate

• Exemption certificates should be submitted during the checkout process if ordering online, or emailed to our customer support team for account association.
• We accept standard Ohio forms, including:
  • Sales and Use Tax Blanket Exemption Certificate (Form STEC B) for resale or other qualifying exemptions.
  • Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement Certificate of Exemption (if applicable for multistate use).
• Please ensure the certificate is fully completed, including your business details, exemption reason (e.g., resale, nonprofit, government), and any required Ohio vendor license number.
• Do not send incomplete forms, as they cannot be processed.

During Checkout

• If you have an approved exemption certificate on file for shipments to Ohio (or other applicable states), sales tax will automatically be removed for qualifying orders.
• For new submissions, you may be charged tax initially; once approved, we can issue a refund for the tax portion if the order qualifies.
• Check the "Tax Exempt" option during checkout if available, and upload or reference your certificate.

Important Notes

• All sales are presumed taxable under Ohio law until a valid exemption certificate is provided and approved.
• Common exemptions include purchases for resale (using a resale certificate), sales to qualified nonprofits, government entities, or certain other organizations as defined by Ohio statutes.
• We review certificates for validity and compliance with Ohio Department of Taxation rules.
• If your exemption applies only to certain states or addresses, tax may still apply to shipments elsewhere.
• For assistance or to submit documentation, contact our support team.

I Already Placed an Order But Didn't Provide Paperwork. How Do I Get a Refund?

• Submit your valid Ohio exemption certificate as soon as possible.
• If approved in time (before tax remittance deadlines), we can process a tax refund to your original payment method.
• Refunds are typically processed within two weeks of approval.

For more information on Ohio sales tax exemptions, visit the Ohio Department of Taxation website. If you have questions, reach out to Vbelt Warehouse customer support—we're here to help ensure your orders are handled correctly!