This bond ensures tobacco distributors comply with Indiana tax laws and pay all required taxes, penalties, and fees. The minimum bond amount is $1,000, but the Department of Revenue may require a higher amount based on the distributor's tax liability or stamp purchases to adequately protect the state.
Overview
What it is.
This bond ensures tobacco distributors comply with Indiana tax laws and pay all required taxes, penalties, and fees. The minimum bond amount is $1,000, but the Department of Revenue may require a higher amount based on the distributor's tax liability or stamp purchases to adequately protect the state.
Who usually needs it
Tobacco products distributors, including wholesalers who sell to retailers, manufacturers distributing products, or businesses importing/transporting tobacco products into Indiana. Required for obtaining or renewing an annual distributor's license.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Tax bonds guarantee payment of taxes or compliance with tax regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Standard tax bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. • Credit check: Required for most tax bonds. Common types include sales tax bonds, fuel tax bonds, and cigarette/tobacco tax bonds. Quick approval is typical for applicants with good credit. Some tax bonds…
Typical timeframe
Credit-based approval — typically 1–2 business days
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateINBond amount$1,000ObligeeIndiana Department of RevenueBond classTax BondCategoryRetail & SalesBondIndiana Tobacco Products Distributor BondPlain descriptionThis bond ensures tobacco distributors comply with Indiana tax laws and pay all required taxes, penalties, and fees. The minimum bond amount is $1,000, but the Department of Revenue may require a higher amount based on …Who needs this bondTobacco products distributors, including wholesalers who sell to retailers, manufacturers distributing products, or businesses importing/transporting tobacco products into Indiana. Required for obtaining or renewing an …
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the bond amount for the Indiana Tobacco Products Distributor Bond?
The minimum bond amount is $1,000. However, the Indiana Department of Revenue has the authority to require a higher bond amount if they determine the $1,000 bond is inadequate to protect the state based on your tax liability or anticipated stamp purchases.
Who needs the Indiana Tobacco Products Distributor Bond?
This bond is required for tobacco products distributors who need to obtain or renew their annual distributor's license. This includes wholesalers selling to retailers, manufacturers distributing products in Indiana, and businesses importing or transporting tobacco products into the state.
What does the Indiana Tobacco Products Distributor Bond guarantee?
The bond guarantees that the tobacco distributor will faithfully comply with all tobacco tax laws under Indiana Code Chapter 6-7-2, pay all required taxes and penalties on time, and adhere to all Indiana Department of Revenue rules and regulations regarding tobacco product distribution.
