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Starting a(n) TOBACCO Business Licenses & Tax IDs

Hi, I'm Llc Tobacco Tobacco do i need tobacco manufacture license? yes, i want to sell my own liquid How old do you have to be to own a tobacco store , I just want to know the age limit to open up a shop to sell tobacco pips and vapes.. Licenses & Registrations So, to legally sell tobacco and keep your business running sm..., .

Hi, I'm Tammy Carter When Will I Be Able To Start Buying Wholesalers Tobacco

I am a retailer that Sells items to the public and online.

, Tammy Carter.

TOBACCO

✔ Biz Structure

You can choose to be a(n) Tobacco :

Sole Proprietor,
LLC,
Corporation or
Partnership.
After you decide and select your business entity, you need licensing.

✔ Biz License

Columbia Business Tax Registration ( TobaccoBusiness License)
All businesses including home, online or mobile BUSINESS need a BUSINESS license because they are BUSINESSES.

✔ DBA Biz Name

A(n) Tobacco business using a fictitious business name in Lexington County i.e. you are a business with a trade name other than the owner's legal (full name) name are required to get a(n) fictitious business name. For instance you open a(n) Tobacco business and you name it "Superior Tobacco Group". You will need to file a fictitious business name for that name.

✔ Seller Permit

In SC Tobacco you need a resale ID ( AKA seller's permit) if you selling touchable items. (A.K.A state id, wholesale, resale, reseller certificate, about $39 for most states). You will need it if you sell or want to buy wholesale any Tobacco related items, such as food, materials, or merchandise.
Seller's Permit

✔ Federal EIN

Note: All businesses need a federal tax ID number except sole proprietors that are not employers and are not independent contractors.
An independent contractor is a self employed business person that receives more than $600 per year from anyone of his or her clients.
IRS rule: The client must issue a 1099 form to the independent contractor and the independent contractor must have a federal tax ID. However, even sole owners may obtain a federal ID and use it as a business tax ID instead of using their own social security number as a business tax ID number.
However, all other licenses that apply to sole proprietors as discussed here are requited regardless of getting a federal tax ID number.

✔ State EIN

In addition you will need a federal and a state EIN if you will hire employees. I.e., a SC Federal Tax Id Number ($29) and a(n) SC State Employer Tax Number

✔ L L C

Instead of filing a fictitious business name DBA Filing (about $49 plus state and legal newspaper publication fees) in Columbia, Incorporate in SC or form a(n) SC LLC .

You have a choice to file a DBA or form an LLC or incorporate. If you will do business under your first and last legal name you will not need to get a fictitious business name.
Also note that even using your first and last name may not help you avoid filing a DBA if the name has a suffix such as "& sons" etc.

✔ Incorporation

If you do form an Wholesale Trade llc or incorporate (about $49 plus state fees for most states) your Tobacco business instead of just filing a fictitious business name (dba), it will help you avoid personal liability from wrongs arising from your business dealings and you will not have to file the Columbia business name. In lieu of recording a Lexington County trade company name (our filing service fee includes trade name registration and newspaper legal publication for 4 weeks) you can also form a corporation in SC or form an SC LLC (starts @ $49 plus state fee for most states & includes required documents such as bylaws for the corporation and Limited Liability operating agreement for the LLC). .

I’m opening a tobacco / smoke shop still reading but it looks like business license, llc and ein requirements to start a smoke shop

A: Hi Adrianna, What you need to buy wholesale your smoke shop items is a wholesale license. It is the same as a seller's permit. The way it works is when you buy wholesale, you present the resale certificate to the wholesaler verifying that you hold a seller's permit. Every quarter, or semi annually, you report what you sold and you keep records and remit the sales tax you collected to the state at the end of the year. Starting a Smoke Shop requires not only state buy also local licenses. For example, you need at least a business license but what is more important is to select a business structure such as an LLC, corporation, partnership or sole proprietorship. If you file an LLC, it will protect your personal assets and register the trade name "Especially Smoke in The Air," so it will be an one shot killing 2 birds. Hiring smoke shop employees requires an EIN from the federal government and an EIN from the state government.

Online Tobacco Shop Licenses

For an online tobacco shop, you'll need several licenses and registrations to operate legally. These typically include a general business license, a tobacco retailer license, and a sales tax permit. Depending on your location, you may also require a special tobacco distributor or wholesaler license.

Home-Based Business Licenses

Operating a business from your home often requires additional permits. These can include a home occupation permit, zoning clearance, and a certificate of occupancy. Some areas may also mandate fire safety inspections or health department approvals, especially for businesses handling consumable products.

Tobacco-Specific Requirements

Tobacco businesses face unique regulatory demands. You'll likely need to register with tobacco control authorities and obtain:

Tobacco products importer license (if importing)

Age verification system certification

Tobacco manufacturer registration (if producing tobacco products)

You can also obtain a federal tax ID as a sole proprietor and use it as a business tax ID in the place of a social security number. However, you will still need other TOBACCO registrations, such as licenses, an assumed business name DBA, and tax IDs as described above. Finally, even one person, sole owner/proprietors working from home or just online can form a LLC or incorporate, in which case, they will not need to file a DBA.

for online headshop to sell waterpipes wht licenses i hae to take exactly i not shure wht license should i get \ no tobacco license right] i want to make my own e liquid to sell.

Can I apply for that I'm 18 What kind of license do i need to open up a corner storeWhat a bout tobacco do i need a license for that.

Sure thing! Let's puff out some smoke signals and get this tobacco shop set up right.

The Tobacco Industry: A Quick Puff

So, you're eyeing the tobacco business—one of those classic industries that never really goes out of style. The global tobacco market is projected to hit around $1.08 trillion by 2027, and the U.S. is one of the key players. Even with all the health warnings, people still love their smokes, vapes, and cigars. So, there's definitely money to be made, but also some red tape to cut through.

What You'll Need to Start

Now, before you start rolling in those cigar profits, you'll need some capital and equipment:

Capital: You'll likely need $50,000 to $100,000 to kick things off, depending on your location and the size of your shop.

Equipment: Think of display cases, cash registers, security systems, and storage for your products. Don't forget those fancy cigar humidors if you're going premium!

LLC or Not to LLC: That Is the Question

An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a smart move for most businesses, and your tobacco shop is no exception. Why? It keeps your personal assets (like your house and car) separate from your business liabilities. If someone decides to sue your shop over, say, a faulty vape pen, they can't come after your personal stuff. Also, LLCs can give you some tax flexibility, making them a popular choice for small businesses.

What's in a Name? DBA or LLC?

If you're planning to use a business name other than your own, you’ll need to register it. This is often called a DBA (Doing Business As). However, if you’re setting up an LLC and using the same name, you won’t need a DBA. Your LLC name automatically becomes your business name. But if you want to operate under a different name, even with an LLC, a DBA might be necessary.

Seller's Permit: Puff, Puff, Tax

In the world of tobacco, a Seller's Permit is a must. This little piece of paper lets you collect sales tax from your customers and pass it on to the tax folks. Since tobacco products are usually subject to extra taxes (because, you know, they're bad for you), the Seller's Permit is crucial to staying on the right side of the law.

Special Permits: Because Tobacco Is a Special Thing

Tobacco isn’t just any product—it’s a controlled substance. You'll likely need special permits to sell it. These permits ensure you’re compliant with regulations that vary depending on the type of tobacco products you’re selling (cigarettes, cigars, vapes, etc.). They’re a bit like VIP passes, letting you legally sell restricted goods.

Example Time: What's an EIN?

EIN stands for Employer Identification Number. Think of it as your business's Social Security number. It’s used for tax purposes, opening bank accounts, and hiring employees. If you’ve got an LLC or plan to hire employees, you’ll need one. It’s how the tax authorities track your business’s financial activity.

The Bottom Line: Licenses & Registrations

So, to legally sell tobacco and keep your business running smoothly, you’ll need:

An LLC to protect your personal assets.

A registered business name or DBA (if you're not using your own name).

A Seller's Permit to collect and remit sales taxes.

Special permits to sell tobacco products legally.

An EIN for tax and banking purposes.

do i need tobacco manufacture license? yes, i want to sell my own liquid How old do you have to be to own a tobacco store , I just want to know the age limit to open up a shop to sell tobacco pips and vapes..

Licenses & Registrations

So, to legally sell tobacco and keep your business running smoothly, you’ll need:

An LLC to protect your personal assets.

A registered business name or DBA (if you're not using your own name).

A Seller's Permit to collect and remit sales taxes.

Special permits to sell tobacco products legally.

An EIN for tax and banking purposes.

REQUIRED TOBACCO LICENSES

Whether an online, home, store, concession stand or a mobile cart, you will need to first select among TOBACCO sole owner/proprietor, partnership, LLC or corporation, all of which also require a General Business License (not a specific license to your type of business) as well. If your trade name is a business name other than your full personal legal name, you will need to file a DBA .

For instance, your name is John Doe, and you do business as Best TOBACCO Widgets By John, the name must be registered with aDBA Biz Name because it is not your full legal name. Also, note that whatever item that you sell or lease and it is an item that can be touched (i.e., TOBACCO tangible such as equipment, toys, TOBACCO merchandise, electronics, prepared food) requires a state sales tax ID ( Sellers Permit ) to either buy or sell the items or products wholesale and or sell them retail. If you are hiring workers anytime soon, you will need a Federal EIN and a State EIN (employer identification number). Other instances that you will need a federal tax ID are: if you are a partnership, an independent contractor, and a corporation or anLLC .

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Licenses & Registrations

So, to legally sell tobacco and keep your business running smoothly, you’ll need:

An LLC to protect your personal assets.

A registered business name or DBA (if you're not using your own name).

A Seller's Permit to collect and remit sales taxes.

Special permits to sell tobacco products legally.

An EIN for tax and banking purposes.

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