What is the difference between ST-120 and ST-120.1?

The ST-120 is the general resale certificate used by retailers and wholesalers. The ST-120.1 is specifically for contractors purchasing materials for capital improvement projects.

Are capital improvements taxable in New York?

No. Capital improvements to real property are exempt from sales tax in New York. However, repairs and maintenance work remain taxable.

Do I need a Certificate of Authority to use an ST-120?

Yes. You must be registered with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and hold a valid Certificate of Authority before issuing an ST-120.

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New York Resale Certificate

Stop paying 4% on every inventory purchase in New York. A resale certificate lets you buy wholesale and retail inventory completely tax-free.

We handle the entire New York registration - the right forms, the right agency, filed correctly the first time. No rejections, no guesswork. Certificate ready in 2-4 weeks.

State Sales Tax

State rate; up to 8.875% with local taxes (NYC is 8.875%)

Processing Time

2-4 weeks

Starting At

$249

Approval Rate

100%

Form

ST-120 (Resale Certificate), ST-120.1 for contractors

Why Use Our Service Instead of Filing Yourself?

We know exactly which forms New York requires and which agency to file with

Applications filed incorrectly get rejected - we get it right the first time

We follow up with the state on your behalf until approved

All state filing fees are included in our price

Most businesses save $300-500/month in sales tax once certified

Your certificate pays for itself on your first wholesale purchase

What's Included in Your NY Certificate

Your New York resale certificate package includes everything you need to start making tax-free purchases:

Official New York Resale Certificate (ST-120 (Resale Certificate), ST-120.1 for contractors)
Digital PDF for immediate use
Print-ready formatted document
Instructions for suppliers
Compliance guide for your state
Dedicated customer support

New York Certificate

Official State Document

StateNew York

Certificate NumberNY-2024-XXXXX

FormST-120 (Resale Certificate), ST-120.1 for contractors

Issue DateUpon Approval

StatusReady in 2-4 weeks

New York Sales Tax Information

Important information about sales tax in New York.

Business Types

New York resale certificates are available to retailers, wholesalers, and businesses purchasing goods for resale.

Tax Benefits

Save up to 4% (or more with local taxes) on inventory purchases in New York by using your resale certificate.

Requirements

You must have a valid business and intend to resell the items purchased with your certificate.

New York Resale Certificate FAQ

Common questions about resale certificates in New York.

What Happens If You Get It Wrong?

Filing for a resale certificate seems simple - until it isn't. Here's what a single mistake can cost you.

Wrong Form or Missing Fields

2-6 weeks lost

Each state has specific forms and requirements. Submit the wrong one or leave a field blank, and your application gets rejected. You start over from scratch while your competitors buy tax-free.

Using an Invalid Certificate

Back taxes + 25-50% penalties

If your certificate wasn't properly issued or has expired, every "tax-free" purchase you made becomes taxable. The state charges you the unpaid tax PLUS penalties and interest.

Wrong Exemption Category

$5,000+ in audit assessments

Claiming the wrong exemption type (especially contractors claiming resale on installed materials) is one of the top audit triggers. States actively look for this.

Months Without Tax-Free Purchasing

$300-500/month in overpaid tax

While you're figuring out which agency to contact, which form to use, and why your application was rejected, you're paying full sales tax on every inventory purchase.

Our $249 fee is a fraction of what a single mistake costs.

We've filed thousands of certificates across all 50 states. We know exactly which forms New York requires, which agency to file with, and how to avoid the common rejection reasons. You get it right the first time.

How to Get Your NY Certificate

Our streamlined process makes it easy to get your New York resale certificate.

Apply Online

Complete our simple application form

We Process

Our team handles all the paperwork

State Review

We submit to state authorities

Receive Certificate

Get your certificate via email

New York Resources

Helpful links and additional reading for New York resale certificates.

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

Visit the official New York tax authority website for forms, regulations, and additional guidance.

New York Resale Certificate Guide

Read our in-depth guide to New York resale certificates, including step-by-step instructions and tips.

Stop Paying Sales Tax on New York Inventory

We handle the entire New York registration process - application, filing, and state follow-up. Certificate ready in 2-4 weeks.

All state filing fees included. Full-service from $249. Money-back guarantee.