Sources used by calculators
California Reverse Sales Tax Calculator
Rate shown: 7.25%. Last checked: 2026-05-14.
- Statewide base sales and use tax: 7.25%
Source: California Department of Tax and Fee Administration
California’s 7.25% figure is the statewide base sales and use tax rate published by CDTFA. Many addresses have higher combined rates because city, county, or district taxes may also apply—confirm the exact location with CDTFA’s rate lookup before relying on this starting rate.
Texas Reverse Sales Tax Calculator
Rate shown: 6.25%. Last checked: 2026-05-14.
- Texas state sales and use tax: 6.25%
Source: Texas Comptroller sales and use tax
Texas local tax authorities can add up to 2%, for a maximum combined rate of 8.25%.
Quebec Reverse Tax Calculator
Rate shown: 14.975%. Last checked: 2026-05-15.
- Federal GST: 5%
- Quebec QST: 9.975%QST is calculated on the selling price excluding GST.
Source: Revenu Québec — basic GST/HST and QST rules
Common taxable goods and services in Quebec use 5% GST plus 9.975% QST. Some goods and services can be exempt or zero-rated.
Ontario HST Reverse Calculator
Rate shown: 13%. Last checked: 2026-05-15.
- Federal part: 5%
- Ontario provincial part: 8%
Source: Ontario Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) overview
Ontario HST is 13%, consisting of a 5% federal part and an 8% provincial part.
UK Reverse VAT Calculator
Rate shown: 20%. Last checked: 2026-05-14.
Source: GOV.UK VAT rates
The UK also has reduced and zero-rated VAT categories. Use the rate that applies to the item or service.
Other useful sources
These sources are useful for cross-checking rates or finding official agencies. They are not a substitute for the official rule that applies to a specific transaction.