How REI Calculate Sales Tax?

As a national retailer with physical retail stores nationwide, REI is required to charge applicable state and local sales tax on orders shipped to states where REI has a physical presence, which includes distribution centers, operating stores and/or new stores under construction.
In states in which REI does not have a physical presence, REI may be required to charge applicable state and local sales tax on orders shipped if required to do so under state and/or local tax laws, such as those enacted by the State of New York.
Some taxing authorities also require the taxable amount to include any shipping and handling charges, while others charge sales tax only on merchandise. REI is required to follow the rules of each state.
Gift Cards—No sales tax is charged when buying gift cards. The appropriate sales tax will be charged on the purchase when the gift card is used.