Fireworks Tax
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The Comptroller's office is pleased to launch a new version of WebFile for Fireworks taxpayers. This fast, easy and secure Web-based system allows you to electronically file your Fireworks Tax report and submit payment (by credit card, electronic check or via TEXNET).
Effective Oct. 1, 2011 – $50 Late Filing Penalty
For reports due on or after Oct. 1, 2011, a $50 late filing penalty will be assessed on every report filed after the due date. The $50 penalty is due in addition to any other penalties assessed for the reporting period. For details about these changes, please visit Publication 98-918 – Late Filing Penalties (PDF, 69KB).
About This Tax
Fireworks tax applies to retail sales of fireworks (1.4G) that can legally be sold in Texas only during three periods each year, from May 1 through May 5 (only when sold at a location that is not more than 100 miles from the Texas-Mexico border in a county that has been approved for the sale of fireworks during the period), from June 24 through July 4 and from December 20 through January 1.
The tax was created to fund a program to assist rural fire departments.
Rate Details and Other Information
Rates
2% (in addition to sales tax)
Due Date
Twice A Year: February 20 and August 20
Electronic Reporting
Yes - See WebFile