Yes, Amazon does participate in Maryland’s Tax-Free Week, making it easy for shoppers to take advantage of tax savings without leaving home. However, not all items on Amazon automatically qualify. To benefit from the sales tax exemption, the purchase must meet specific eligibility criteria based on both the item and the seller.
Amazon honors tax-free weekends for eligible items sold by sellers that collect Maryland sales tax. This typically includes items sold directly by Amazon and many third-party sellers registered to collect sales tax in Maryland. When shopping, look for items sold and shipped by Amazon or reputable third-party sellers with tax compliance in Maryland.
If the seller does not collect Maryland sales tax, your purchase will not qualify for the tax exemption—even if the item itself is eligible. Unfortunately, there’s no direct way to filter sellers by tax status on Amazon, but most major sellers are compliant. If you're unsure, you can usually confirm during checkout when you review the tax applied before completing the purchase.
As with in-store and other online retailers, only clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less per item are tax-exempt during Maryland’s Tax-Free Week. Accessories, special-use items (like sports gear or protective wear), and items over $100 do not qualify—even if purchased from a tax-compliant seller.
