South Carolina tax free weekend runs through Sunday

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - South Carolina’s annual 72-hour Sales Tax Holiday is set to take place Friday, August 5 through Sunday, August 7.

The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) is reminding shoppers that eligible items can be purchased online and in-store without paying the state’s six percent sales tax and any applicable local taxes during South Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend.

“With the increased cost of living, this year’s Sales Tax Holiday is a welcome relief for families. Everyone saves money during a tax-free holiday, particularly on back-to-school essentials,” said SCDOR Director Hartley Powell.

We’re told tax-free items include the following:


Art supplies	Flash drives
Athletic uniforms	Gloves and mittens
Backpacks	Musical instruments for school
Bedding	Pillows
Blankets	Printers and printer supplies
Coats and jackets	Purses and handbags
Clothing	School supplies
Computers	Shoes and footwear
Computer parts and accessories	Sleepwear
Diapers	Socks and underwear
Earbuds and headphones	Towels
Uniforms (band, scouts, school, sports)

The SCDOR said digital cameras, smartphones, jewelry, cosmetics, eyewear, wallets, watches, and furniture are not tax-free during the holiday.

Here’s a full detailed list of tax-free items, shopping lists, and frequently asked questions.

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