1. When Sales Tax Is Collected

Sales tax is collected only where legally required under applicable U.S. state and local tax laws.

Blue Line Equipment Sales, Corp., DBA Blue Line Containers may collect sales tax in jurisdictions where the business has a legal tax-collection obligation.

• Physical presence, inventory, offices, warehouses, or other operational facilities.
• Economic nexus thresholds based on applicable transaction volume or revenue.
• State-specific requirements affecting taxable goods, services, or delivery charges.

2. States Where Sales Tax May Apply

Blue Line Equipment Sales, Corp., DBA Blue Line Containers may apply sales tax to taxable transactions where required by state or local law.

• Florida sales tax may apply to taxable transactions delivered within Florida unless a valid exemption applies.
• For deliveries to other U.S. states, tax may apply where applicable nexus and taxability rules require collection.
• Product classification, delivery destination, and buyer exemption status may affect the final tax amount.

3. Tax Calculation & Invoice Display

Applicable sales tax is calculated at checkout or shown on the official invoice before payment is completed.

• Sales tax is displayed separately from the product price and the $650 Nationwide flat-rate shipping charge where required.
• Tax calculations are based on delivery location, product classification, and destination-jurisdiction rules.
• If a tax adjustment is required during order review, the corrected amount will be disclosed before payment. No tax adjustment will be added after payment without a lawful basis and written explanation.
• Customers should review the complete product price, $650 shipping charge, applicable tax, and order details before payment.

4. Tax-Exempt Purchases

Certain buyers may qualify for sales tax exemption where permitted by applicable law.

Examples May Include

• Qualified resellers.
• Government agencies.
• Eligible non-profit organizations.
• Qualified agricultural, industrial, or other exempt purchasers.

Exemption Requirements

• A valid state-approved exemption certificate must be provided before payment.
• Documentation must match the buyer and the transaction.
• Blue Line Equipment Sales, Corp., DBA Blue Line Containers may verify exemption or resale documentation before removing tax.
• If valid documentation is not provided in advance, sales tax may be charged where required.

5. Product Taxability

Sales tax treatment may vary depending on product classification, intended use, buyer status, and destination-jurisdiction rules.

• Shipping containers, accessories, and related equipment may be taxable tangible goods.
• Modified containers, custom structures, refrigerated units, and specialty equipment may be classified differently under applicable law.
• Exemptions or reduced rates apply only where legally available and properly documented.
• Tax treatment does not change the stated shipping charge, but applicable law may require tax to be calculated on some or all separately stated charges.

6. Freight, Shipping & Delivery Charges

Flat Rate Shipping is $650 Nationwide throughout the USA. No additional shipping charges apply after the product, delivery address, delivery method, and site-access requirements have been reviewed and confirmed before payment.

• The $650 shipping charge is disclosed before payment and shown separately on the checkout summary or official invoice.
• Applicable law may require sales tax to be calculated on the shipping charge or other separately stated amounts.
• Where Florida law applies, the tax treatment of delivery charges may depend on whether the charge is separately stated and whether the purchaser can avoid the charge by arranging pickup or independent transportation.
• The tax treatment of shipping may vary by destination jurisdiction even though the stated shipping charge remains $650.
• Estimated delivery is 5–7 business days after payment confirmation for eligible in-stock products.

7. Customer Information & Accuracy

Customers are responsible for providing accurate billing, delivery, and tax-related information.

• Provide a complete and accurate delivery address.
• Submit valid exemption documentation before payment where applicable.
• Ensure certificates are current and valid for the transaction.
• Notify Blue Line Containers promptly if invoice or tax information appears incorrect.

8. Site-Wide Policy Standards

This Sales Tax Policy must be read consistently with the current Payment Policy, Shipping Policy, Return & Refund Policy, Terms and Conditions, product pages, checkout, quotations, and invoices.

• Flat Rate Shipping: $650 Nationwide throughout the USA. No additional shipping charges apply after order and delivery requirements are confirmed before payment.
• Delivery: Estimated 5–7 business days after payment confirmation for eligible in-stock products.
• Returns: Eligible products may be returned under the 30-Day Return Policy.
• Refunds: Approved refunds are initiated within 14 calendar days after return receipt, inspection, and final approval.
• Taxes: Applicable tax is disclosed before payment and shown separately where required.

9. Questions & Contact Information

For questions about sales tax, exemption documentation, invoices, the $650 Nationwide shipping charge, or order tax calculations, please contact Blue Line Equipment Sales, Corp., DBA Blue Line Containers before payment.