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Sales Tax Exemption Applicable Only to Official Website Purchases
Qualified businesses and organizations can purchase Humsienk energy storage products without paying sales tax. Complete the application below to have tax-exempt status applied to your account.
📋 Do You Qualify for Sales Tax Exemption?
You may qualify for tax-exempt purchasing if your organization falls into one of these categories:
📝 How to Apply
Option A: Apply Online (Fastest)
Complete our secure online exemption application:
[Start Online Application →]
*Processing time: 2-3 business days*
Option B: Email Your Documents
Send completed exemption certificates to: service@humsienk.com
Please include:
Your completed exemption certificate(s)
Company name and billing address
Humsienk account email (if existing customer)
*Processing time: 3-5 business days*
✅ Required Documentation by Entity Type
For Resellers / Wholesalers
Acceptable documents include:
Uniform Sales & Use Tax Resale Certificate - Multi-jurisdiction (for multi-state resellers)
Streamlined Sales Tax Exemption Certificate (for SST member states)
Your certificate must include:
Purchaser's name and address
Seller's permit or tax ID number
Description of items being purchased for resale
For Nonprofit Organizations
Required documents:
IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter
Completed exemption application form
Additional information needed:
Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
Proof of compliance with state charity registration (if required)
For Government & Educational Entities
Required documents:
Official tax-exempt letter on letterhead
Government purchase order (if applicable)
State-issued exemption certificate
📍 State-by-State Certificate Acceptance
We accept exemption certificates from all U.S. states. Below are common certificate forms by state:
Not sure which form to use?
Contact your state's Department of Revenue for assistance.
🔄 How It Works
Once your exemption application is approved:
Account flagged as tax-exempt in our system
Future orders placed under your account will automatically exclude sales tax
Existing orders can be refunded for tax paid within the last 90 days
Online applications are typically processed within2-3 business days. Email submissions may take3-5 business days.
Exemption certificates are generally state-specific. If your organization is registered in multiple states, you may need to provide certificates for each jurisdiction. Multi-jurisdiction certificates (MTC/SST) can cover participating states.
Validity periods vary by state:
No. Once your certificate is approved and on file, it applies to all future qualifying purchases (blanket certificate).
You must notify us of any changes to your business name, address, or tax registration status. Updated certificates should be submitted to keep your exemption valid.
Yes, we accept the Uniform Sales & Use Tax Resale Certificate from the MTC, which is accepted in over 35 states.