Jason Rojas

Connecticut's annual Sales Tax-Free Week begins Sunday, August 17, through Saturday, August 23. Whether you're taking the kids back to school shopping or making a purchase for yourself, Sales Tax-Free Week saves you money while doing so.  

• Sales or purchases of certain items of clothing or footwear costing less than $100 per item are exempt from Connecticut's 6.35% sales tax.
• Sales Tax-Free Week applies to purchases made in-store, online, mail-order, and over the phone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sales Tax-Free Week

https://portal.ct.gov/drs/sales-tax/sales-tax-free-week

Exempt & Taxable Items During Sales Tax-Free Week

https://portal.ct.gov/drs/sales-tax/examples-of-clothing-and-footwear-that-are-exempt-during-sales-tax-free-week

Shop smart – and locally whenever possible to support small businesses – to save during Connecticut’s Sales Tax-Free Week!