Tax Policy

Business Owner: Rosa Lopez

Brand: CHROMA REPUBLIC™

Last Updated: {{November 2025}}





1. OVERVIEW



This Tax Policy explains how Rosa Lopez collects, calculates, and remits taxes on purchases made through our online store at www.rosalopezbrand.com.

We follow all applicable U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations, as well as international tax requirements where applicable.


All tax calculations on our store are automated through Shopify Tax, using your shipping address at checkout.





2. U.S. SALES TAX




2.1 California Sales Tax Participation



Our business is legally registered in the State of California.

We hold a California Seller’s Permit and are connected through Shopify to California CDTFA.


Because of this, we collect California state and local sales tax on all orders shipped to addresses within California.





2.2 State-by-State Tax Calculation



Sales tax may be automatically applied depending on:


  • Your state’s tax laws
  • Local county or city tax rates
  • Product type
  • Marketplace regulation requirements



Some states require online sellers to collect sales tax even without a physical presence. Shopify automatically manages these obligations.





2.3 Taxable Products



The following items are generally taxable in the U.S.:


  • Clothing
  • Apparel
  • Shoes
  • Accessories
  • Lifestyle products



All CHROMA REPUBLIC™ apparel and all dropshipping products from Apliiq, DSers,  are taxable products in most states.





3. INTERNATIONAL TAXES (VAT, GST, IMPORT TAXES)




3.1 VAT & GST



For international orders, your country may require Value Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) upon delivery.


These fees are not charged by Rosa Lopez, and we do not include them in product or shipping prices.


Your customs office may collect:


  • VAT
  • GST
  • Import taxes
  • Brokerage fees
  • Handling fees



These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.





3.2 Customs Duties



International shipments (especially from DSers/AliExpress suppliers) may incur duties based on:


  • Product category
  • Country of origin
  • Customs regulations



These fees are not controlled by us and vary by country.


If a customer refuses to pay customs fees and the package is returned or destroyed, no refund will be issued.





4. FULFILLMENT PARTNER TAX RULES



We work with three different fulfillment partners, each with different shipping origins, which affects how taxes apply.





4.1 Apliiq (CHROMA REPUBLIC™ Apparel)



Ships mainly from:


  • Los Angeles, California
  • Occasionally from partner facilities within the U.S.



Tax impact:

U.S. orders will be charged appropriate sales taxes based on the delivery address.

International orders may incur VAT, customs fees, or duties.





4.2 DSers (AliExpress Suppliers)



Products may ship from:


  • U.S. warehouses
  • China
  • Europe
  • Other international locations



Tax impact:

International shipments may incur VAT and customs fees.

U.S. orders may have sales tax depending on state law.

 


5. TAX CALCULATION AT CHECKOUT



Shopify automatically calculates taxes based on:


  • Your shipping location
  • Applicable state or country laws
  • Product categories
  • Tax-inclusive or tax-exclusive regions



Tax will appear as a line item called:


  • “Sales Tax”
  • “VAT”
  • “GST”
  • “Import Charges” (depends on region)



This ensures transparency before you complete your order.





6. DIGITAL RECEIPTS & TAX INVOICES



You will receive:


  • An email order receipt
  • A detailed invoice including tax breakdown
  • A shipping confirmation with tracking



For tax or accounting copies, email:


📧 rl_brand@outlook.com





7. TAX-EXEMPT CUSTOMERS



If you legally qualify for tax exemption:


  • Contact us at rl_brand@outlook.com
  • Provide your exemption certificate
  • We will verify and update your account



We cannot refund tax retroactively after an order is placed.





8. CHANGES TO TAX POLICY



We reserve the right to update this Tax Policy if:


  • U.S. tax laws change
  • International VAT or customs rules are updated
  • Shopify modifies tax calculation procedures
  • Our supplier locations change
  • We expand into new markets



The most current version will always appear on this page.





9. CONTACT



For any tax questions or documentation requests:


📧 rl_brand@outlook.com