Governors of Maryland and Washington Repeal Coin and Bullion Sales-Tax Exemptions - Greysheet
Maryland and Washington have repealed sales-tax exemptions for coin and bullion purchases, effective immediately. This change increases costs for businesses dealing in precious metals and may require sales tax collection adjustments.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Small Cross-Border Importers space on July 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Small cross-border importers dealing in coins, bullion, or precious metals, particularly those selling to customers in Maryland and Washington. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately, as the repeal is effective upon enactment.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Small Cross-Border Importers continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Sales-tax exemptions for coin and bullion purchases have been repealed in Maryland and Washington, making these items subject to state sales tax.
Who it affects
Small cross-border importers dealing in coins, bullion, or precious metals, particularly those selling to customers in Maryland and Washington.
What you must do
Update sales tax collection systems to include coin and bullion sales in Maryland and Washington, and adjust pricing or notify customers.
Deadline
Immediately, as the repeal is effective upon enactment.
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