Is a wholesale distributor of exempt food products require to register as a vendor?
Yes, all persons making sales in the State of Nevada must be registered with the Nevada Department of Taxation for a Sales/Use Tax permit whether the product being sold is exempt or not. A seller is defined in NRS 372.070. In addition, any person that performs a service or engages in a trade for profit in Nevada must have a State Business License issued by the Department of Taxation. The fee for a Sate Business License is $200 a year. Note that the Business License will transfer to the Secretary of State effective 10/01/09. Anyone registering for Business License on or after this date should visit the Secretary of State.