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Can I sell products or services online without violating e-commerce laws in Tennessee? What are the requirements?
To sell products or services online in Tennessee, you must comply with the state’s e-commerce laws. Here are the requirements:
Register Your Business
If you are selling products or services online in Tennessee, you must register your business with the Tennessee Secretary of State. You can register your business online at the Secretary of State’s website [4.2]([4.2]).
Collect Sales Tax
You must collect sales tax on all sales made to customers in Tennessee. The sales tax rate in Tennessee is 7%. You can register for a sales tax permit online at the Tennessee Department of Revenue’s website [4.2]([4.2]).
Disclose Business Information
If you are subject to Tennessee’s consumer protection laws, you must clearly and conspicuously disclose your true and correct name, physical address, and telephone number on your website or online service in a location readily accessible to users of, or visitors to, the website or online service [4.2]([4.2]).
Exceptions
Tennessee’s e-commerce laws may not be applicable to interstate shipments through the state where such shipments are accompanied and supported by proper invoices or bills of lading containing such information as the commissioner may require [3.1]([3.1]).
Additionally, if you are transacting business outside of Tennessee, you may be subject to the laws of the state where you are conducting business [2.1]([2.1]). You should consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with these laws.
If you have any questions or concerns about e-commerce laws in Tennessee, you should consult with an attorney.
Source(s):
- [2.1] Transaction of business outside Tennessee.
- [3.1] Interstate shipments through Tennessee excepted from part.
- [4.2] Persons subject to part to disclose name, address and telephone number on website — Issuance of subpoena to suspected violators.
Jurisdiction
Tennessee