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Massachusetts Grocery Tax (2026)

Permitted: Food products for human consumption are exempt from sales tax; meals sold by restaurants are taxable.

PermittedVerified Jul 12, 2026

Food products for human consumption are exempt from sales tax; meals sold by restaurants are taxable. Food purchased with federal food benefits (SNAP) is also exempt.

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