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North Dakota Grocery Tax (2026)

Permitted: Food and food ingredients (groceries) are exempt from sales tax; prepared food, candy, dietary supplements, soft drinks, alcohol, and tobacco remain taxable.

PermittedVerified Jul 15, 2026

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Food and food ingredients (groceries) are exempt from sales tax; prepared food, candy, dietary supplements, soft drinks, alcohol, and tobacco remain taxable.

Official source: tax.nd.gov →

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