State Tobacco Tax Bond

Wholesalers and distributors of cigarettes who first receive untaxed cigarettes for sale or distribution in South Carolina and wish to purchase tax stamps on credit; and Other Tobacco Products (OTP) licensees who fail to pay taxes for two filing periods within a 12-month period. Required when: Applying for a cigarette…

Bond amount"For cigarette distributors purchasing stamps on credit: 110% of the distributo…
State or jurisdictionSouth Carolina
ObligeeSouth Carolina Department of Revenue

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Amounts can vary

Selected requirement: "For cigarette distributors purchasing stamps on credit: 110% of the distributo…. Other available requirements: "For cigarette distributors purchasing stamps on credit: 110% of the distributor's estimated tax liability for 30 days, with a minimum of $2,000 (Regulation 117-1600.2) or $5,000 (Department Manual). For Other Tobacco Products (OTP) distri…. Exact options still depend on the obligee, state, and underwriting.

Overview

What it is.

Wholesalers and distributors of cigarettes who first receive untaxed cigarettes for sale or distribution in South Carolina and wish to purchase tax stamps on credit; and Other Tobacco Products (OTP) licensees who fail to pay taxes for two filing periods within a 12-month period. Required when: Applying for a cigarette…

Who usually needs it

Wholesalers and distributors of cigarettes who first receive untaxed cigarettes for sale or distribution in South Carolina and wish to purchase tax stamps on credit; and Other Tobacco Products (OTP) licensees who fail to pay taxes for two filing periods within a 12-month period.

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 may price higher depending on the bond type and jurisdiction.

Your quote determines the actual premium.

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — typically 1–2 business days

Timing can change when underwriting needs more information.
Application details

How it works.

  1. Start the application

    Confirm the bond and provide applicant and business details.

  2. Review the quote

    See the terms and premium before deciding to continue.

  3. Pay and sign

    Complete the required payment and signatures.

  4. Receive the bond

    Get the issued bond and filing or delivery instructions.

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