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Tool Time tax holiday

   Published Date: August 30, 2022

Florida’s first ever Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday starts Saturday, September 3, and Floridians can save on tools and other eligible items commonly used by skilled trade workers. The Florida Retail Federation is asking consumers to support local businesses when stocking up.

“This is an opportunity to celebrate Florida’s skilled workers. Whether you’re a seasoned worker, interested in launching a trade career or consider home improvement a hobby, now is your chance to load up your toolbox,” said Scott Shalley, president and CEO of the Florida Retail Federation. 

The Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday, which begins Saturday, September 3, runs seven days through Friday, September 9. Floridians can save on eligible items, such as power tools, work boots, toolboxes and more.

The criteria for tax-free savings on tools and supplies include:

  • Toolboxes for vehicles selling for $300 or less;
  • Power tools selling for $300 or less;
  • Work boots selling for $175 or less;
  • Power tool batteries selling for $150 or less;
  • Handheld pipe cutters, drain opening tools, and plumbing inspection equipment selling for $150 or less;
  • Industry textbooks and code books selling for $125 or less;
  • Tool belts selling for $100 or less;
  • Electrical voltage and testing equipment selling for $100 or less;
  • Shop lights selling for $100 or less;
  • Toolboxes selling for $75 or less;
  • Hand tools selling for $50 or less;
  • Safety glasses selling for $50 or less per pair (or the equivalent if sold in sets of more than one pair);
  • Protective coveralls selling for $50 or less;
  • Duffle bags or tote bags selling for $50 or less;
  • LED flashlights selling for $50 or less; and
  • Work gloves selling for $25 or less.

This year’s Tool Time Tax-Free Holiday was established when Governor DeSantis signed HB 7071 into law on May 6.

Florida retailers are ready to help shoppers “Find It In Florida” while searching for tools and other eligible trade work supplies. When shoppers “Find It In Florida” and shop local retailers, they help boost the local economy and support community businesses. Learn more about the Find It In Florida program and the Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday at FRF.org.