Are uninstalled parts and accessories taxable?

March 12, 2021

Rose-Michele Nardi

Baker & Miller PLLC

A customer wants to purchase a taxable body and, at the same time, an uninstalled body part/accessory. The uninstalled part or accessory is compatible with the body being sold, and would be subject to Section 4051 tax (FET) if installed on the body. Is the sale of the uninstalled part/accessory taxable?

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