If a customer has a sellers permit do I need a copy in order to not charge them taxes?

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Emeralds Diamond Store asked:


I sold a 5.05 carat loose diamond for $5,999.00 to a customer and she told me she had a sellers permit and gave me a copy. I did not charge her taxes, did I do the correct thing and do I have to claim that when I pay my taxes?


What is the import tax rate on diamonds imported from Hong Kong?

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Steven asked:


whats the import tax rate for diamonds, silver, and finish jewelry/ gemstone(loose)?