Sales Tax Policy
Last Updated: September 28, 2026
Ohio Storage Container (“OSC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects and remits sales tax as required by applicable Ohio tax laws and regulations. The amount of sales tax charged on an order can depend on the product purchased, delivery location, applicable tax jurisdiction, and whether a valid tax exemption applies.
This policy explains how sales tax may apply to shipping containers and related purchases made through Ohio Storage Container.
Sales Tax on Shipping Containers
Shipping containers sold by Ohio Storage Container are physical goods and generally fall within Ohio’s sales-tax rules for tangible personal property. Ohio imposes sales tax on retail sales made in the state, subject to applicable exemptions.
The tax charged on a particular order can therefore depend on the circumstances of the transaction and the applicable tax jurisdiction.
For current container availability and purchasing options, visit our Available Shipping Containers page.
How Ohio Sales Tax Rates Are Determined
Ohio sales tax includes a state component along with applicable local taxes. The total rate can vary depending on the location associated with the transaction.
Ohio’s current statutory state sales tax rate is 5.75%, with additional local taxes potentially applying.
Because local rates can differ, Ohio Storage Container does not publish one single sales-tax rate for every Ohio customer.
The Ohio Department of Taxation provides The Finder, which can be used to look up sales-tax information by address or ZIP code.
Delivery Charges and Sales Tax
Delivery charges can be relevant when calculating sales tax on a taxable transaction.
Ohio Administrative Code Rule 5703-9-52 provides that charges imposed by the seller for preparation and delivery of taxable tangible personal property, including transportation, shipping, handling, crating, and packing, are included as part of the price for determining tax.
This means the taxable amount may include applicable delivery charges when those charges are imposed or collected by the seller.
Charges paid directly to a separate delivery company, rather than imposed or collected by the seller, can be treated differently under Ohio’s rules.
Tax-Exempt Purchases
Ohio law provides exemptions for certain transactions and qualifying uses. However, a purchase is not automatically tax-exempt simply because the customer is a business, contractor, farm, organization, or other commercial customer.
Ohio’s exemption rules include specific requirements for qualifying purchases and uses.
If you believe your purchase qualifies for a sales-tax exemption, please notify Ohio Storage Container before completing the transaction and provide any documentation required to support the exemption.
Resale and Business Purchases
Purchasing a shipping container for a business does not by itself make the purchase exempt from sales tax.
Certain purchases for resale, manufacturing, or other qualifying purposes may receive specific treatment under Ohio law, but eligibility depends on the circumstances of the transaction and the applicable statutory requirements.
Customers seeking tax-exempt treatment are responsible for providing the appropriate exemption documentation when required.
Orders Delivered Outside Ohio
Sales-tax treatment can differ when a shipping container is delivered outside Ohio.
Ohio Administrative Code Rule 5703-9-39 provides that Ohio sales tax does not apply in certain transactions where the seller is obligated to deliver tangible personal property to a point outside Ohio or to an interstate carrier for transportation outside the state. However, property delivered in Ohio to the buyer or another non-interstate-carrier agent can remain subject to Ohio sales tax even if the buyer later transports the property outside Ohio.
The tax treatment of an order delivered outside Ohio depends on the actual transaction and applicable tax rules.
How Sales Tax Appears on Your Order
Applicable sales tax may be shown separately on your checkout, quote, invoice, or other order documentation.
The final amount can depend on factors including:
- The container or other products purchased
- Delivery location
- Applicable state and local tax rates
- Delivery charges
- Whether a qualifying exemption applies
- Required exemption documentation
- Applicable tax laws and regulations at the time of sale
For questions about pricing, tax, delivery, or placing an order, you can Get a Shipping Container Quote from Ohio Storage Container.
Sales Tax Exemption Documentation
If you are claiming a sales-tax exemption, provide the required documentation before payment or completion of the transaction whenever possible.
Ohio Storage Container may be required to collect sales tax when appropriate exemption documentation has not been provided or when the transaction does not qualify for an exemption.
Providing a business name or explaining that a container will be used for commercial purposes does not, by itself, establish an exemption.
Changes to Sales Tax Rates
Sales-tax rates, tax jurisdictions, exemptions, and applicable laws can change.
Ohio Storage Container applies the tax required for the transaction based on the applicable rules and information available at the time of sale.
Customers who need to verify a current Ohio sales-tax rate can use the Ohio Department of Taxation’s The Finder, which provides rate information based on location.
Questions About Sales Tax
If you have questions about the sales tax shown on an Ohio Storage Container quote or order, please contact us before completing your purchase.
For questions about your individual tax obligations, exemption eligibility, or tax treatment, you should also consult your tax professional or the Ohio Department of Taxation.
Related Policies
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Policy Updates
Ohio Storage Container may update this Sales Tax Policy when necessary to reflect changes in applicable tax laws, regulations, business practices, or website processes.