Tax Exemptions

A wide range of sales tax exemptions that will significantly reduce startup and operating costs

There are a wide range of sales tax exemptions that will significantly reduce startup and annual operating costs. The state Sales and Use Tax rate is 6%. Horry County assesses an additional 1%, and the city of Conway does not assess additional sales tax. Out-of-state sales are exempted. Use Tax credits are available for tangible personal property purchases made out of state.
  • No State Property Tax
  • No Wholesale Tax
  • No Local Income Tax
  • No Inventory Tax
  • No Unitary Tax on worldwide profits

State Sales Tax Incentives

Exemptions include state sales tax on:
  • Manufacturing machinery and equipment
  • Research and development machinery and equipment
  • Repair parts
  • Materials that will become an integral part of a finished product
  • Electricity or other fuels used in the manufacturing process
  • All pollution control equipment
  • Packaging materials
  • Long distance telecommunications, including 800 service
  • Material handling equipment for manufacturing and distributors investing $35 million or more