Consumer's Guide to

Georgia's ENERGY STAR ® Sales Tax Holiday

1. What items are eligible for the ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday?

All appliances must be marked with the label and cost $1,500 or less.

•  Air Conditioners

•  Ceiling Fans

•  Clothes washers

•  Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

•  Dehumidifiers

•  Dishwashers

•  Programmable Thermostats

•  Refrigerators

•  Doors

•  Windows

2. What happens if I purchase an item greater than $1,500?

Items more than $1,500 are not eligible for the sales tax holiday, even for the first $1,500.

3. I was charged sales tax on my purchase – why?

You should not have been charged any state or local sales tax for an eligible product $1,500 or less. If you think sales tax has been charged in error, please have the retailer contact the Georgia Department of Revenue at 1.877.602.8477.

4. Who sells ENERGY STAR qualified appliances?

Most retailers within the State of Georgia that sell appliances or light bulbs carry some or all of the ENERGY STAR qualified appliances eligible for the sales tax holiday. You may also visit the store locator on the ENERGY STAR Web site. Visit www.energystar.gov and click on “Find a Store” under the “PRODUCTS” heading. Enter your ZIP Code, select options as necessary and check the boxes next to the products you are interested in and click “Locate Stores.”

5. Who can take advantage of the sales tax holiday?

Individuals purchasing products for personal, non-commercial use are eligible to receive the sales tax exemption. The tax exemption does not apply to items purchased for rent, lease, resale or commercial use.

6. Are online purchases eligible for the sales tax holiday?

Online purchases made during the sales tax holiday and delivered to a Georgia address are eligible for the sales tax holiday.

7. Where can I get more information about ENERGY STAR qualified appliances?

Visit www.energystar.gov and click on “PRODUCTS.”

For more details about the sales tax holiday, eligible purchases and transactions, please refer to the rule issued by the Georgia Department of Revenue available at www.gefa.org or www.etax.dor.ga.gov .