Hawaii sales tax page
What Precious Metals Are Taxed in Hawaii?
Sales Tax on Precious Metals (Coins and Bars) in HawaiiÂ
If you are buying or selling gold, silver, platinum, or palladium coins and bars in Hawaii, here is the most current information regarding sales tax.
Does Hawaii Charge Sales Tax on Precious Metal Coins and Bars?
Hawaii does not have a traditional state sales tax.
Instead, Hawaii imposes a General Excise Tax (GET) on nearly all business transactions, including the sale of precious metal coins and bars.GET applies to precious metals:
The sale of gold, silver, platinum, and palladium coins and bars is subject to the General Excise Tax at the retail rate, which is typically 4% statewide (4.5% in Honolulu/Oahu due to a county surcharge).No exemption for precious metals:
As of 2025, there is no specific exemption for precious metal coins or bullion in Hawaii tax law. All such retail sales are subject to GET.
For the most accurate and current details, refer to the Hawaii Department of Taxation.
Summary Table: Hawaii Sales Tax on Precious Metals Coins and Bars
| Product Type | State Sales Tax | Local Tax/GET | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullion coins and bars | No | Yes (GET) | 4% statewide, 4.5% in Honolulu/Oahu |
| Numismatic coins | No | Yes (GET) | 4% statewide, 4.5% in Honolulu/Oahu |
Official Government Resources
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: Tax laws and rates regarding precious metals coins and bars in Hawaii may change without notice. This page provides general guidance only. Please consult your local tax authority or a qualified tax professional, and check official state resources for the most current and accurate information before making any precious metals transactions.
If you want to buy or sell precious metal coins and bars in Hawaii, be aware that the General Excise Tax applies to these transactions. Always verify your specific products and stay updated with the Hawaii Department of Taxation.
Sales tax is assessed according to where one is shipping the purchase to.
Safe Haven Metal utilizes an advanced sales tax computation system to determine the applicable sales tax on precious metals transactions based on the purchaser’s ZIP code. This system is designed to ensure that the most accurate pricing and corresponding tax calculations are applied to each order.
However, Safe Haven Metal may not have an established economic nexus in every state or jurisdiction. In instances where Safe Haven Metal is not obligated to collect sales tax, and such tax is nonetheless applicable under state or local law, the purchaser is solely responsible for reporting, remitting, and paying any such taxes directly to the appropriate taxing authority.
Safe Haven Metal disclaims any liability for a purchaser’s failure to properly report or remit taxes that may be due in connection with their purchase.
