Is ice taxable in California?

Question

For example... when I purchase a bag of ice at a gas station, is it supposed to be taxed or non taxed?

Answer 1

this is considered food it shouldn't be taxed ......

Answer 2

Non taxed. Here in California, they're not supposed to charge taxes on food.

Answer 3

Yes, it is taxable.  In California it is considered to be part of the taxes on non-needed foods i.e., snack foods.  But, in most states if the ice is over a certain weight, it can be taxed.  Not sure of the reasoning on that.

Answer 4

Yep they dont charge taxes on food in california.

Answer 5

Ice made from potable water is zero-rated when sold

as ice cubes or as a large block, regardless of how

the ice is used. Ice made from water not suitable for

human consumption (non-potable water), including

salt water, is taxable.

The solid form of carbon dioxide is known as dry

ice. Dry ice is not suitable for human consumption

and is taxable.

Answer 6

Ice is usually subject to tax because it is usually not used as food for human consumption. Refer to the BOE publication listed below. Ice is listed on page 1 as a taxable sale (Tax Tips for Liquor Stores)

http://www.boe.ca.gov/pdf/pub24.pdf