Due Dates and Tax Rates

Due Dates

Sales Tax due dates depend on how frequently you file your return:

Monthly 20th day of the month following the end of the reporting period
Quarterly 20th day of the month following the end of the quarter (January 20, April 20, July 20, October 20)
Annually January 20

Tax Rates

State Tax The sales tax rate on food is 4%.  The general sale tax rate for most tangible personal property and taxable services is 7%.  A few products and services have special tax rates.  
Local Tax Rates All local jurisdictions in Tennessee have a local sales and use tax rate.  The local rate may not be higher than 2.75%.  More information about local taxes can be found here
State Single Article Rates 2.75% on any single item sold in excess of $1,600, but not more than $3,200.