Hawaii direct-to-consumer (DTC) wine shipping rules and regulations

It feels like everyone is ordering wine online. Does Hawaii permit DTC wine shipping? Find out and learn wine tax rates and rules for your state.

Hawaii wine taxes, permits, and rules

Last Updated:

08/01/2021

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Licensing

DTC License Required: Yes

License Type: DTC Permit

License Fee: $48-180 per county

License Expiration: December 31 of each year

License Bond: No

License Notes: DTC licenses are issued by the county liquor commissions.

Sales tax

State Sales Tax: Yes

State Sales Tax Rate: 4.000%

Local Sales Tax: Yes

Local Sales Tax Range: 0%-0.5%

Sales Tax on Shipping: Yes

Alcohol tax

Gallonage Tax: $1.38-$2.12/gal

Volume limits

Consumer Limit: Six cases per household annually

Per State Aggregate: Unlimited

Returns

Sales Tax & Use Tax: Filing frequency based on annual tax liability

Excise Tax: Monthly by the 20th

Direct Shipment: Annually by January 31

Record Retention: At least 5 years

Product requirements*

Product Restrictions: Not required

Product Registration: No

Product Requirements: Wine sold and shipped directly to consumers in Hawaii must be packaged in containers conspicuously labeled to indicate alcoholic contents and the signature of a person 21 years of age or older is required for delivery.

*Nearly all states have some kind of rule regarding how wine must be labeled when being shipped direct to consumer. Please check for the unique rule for your state.

Additional information

Hawaii DOR site

Please note: Tax rates, rules, and regulations change frequently. Although we hope you'll find this information helpful, this page is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal or tax advice.