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# coreSTORE - Getting Started: How to add CA Excise Tax to a specific category


Learn how to add California Excise Tax to a specific category in coreSTORE. This guide will walk you through the steps to ensure accurate tax application for categories such as handguns, pistols, ammunition, and more.


1. Click on  Company
![Step 1 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_1.png)


2. Click on Locations
![Step 2 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_2.png)


3. Click on Edit
![Step 3 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_3.png)


4. Click on Taxes & Fees
![Step 4 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_4.png)


5. Click on Add Tax/Fee
![Step 5 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_5.png)


6. Select Category such as Pistols, Handguns, Ammunition, Etc.
![Step 6 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_6.png)


7. Check  the box for Sub-Categories if there are any subcategories under the selected main category
![Step 7 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_7.png)


8. Set the 11% Rate
![Step 8 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_8.png)


9. Enter the Fee Name "EXCISE TAX" 
![Step 9 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_9.png)


10. Check the "Add as Fee" box

The Excise Tax Fee will be added on the sale screen as a line item

![Step 10 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_10.png)


11. Taxes and Fee Options

**NOTE:** Click on **Tags** if there is a specific product tag set for the item. Use the Flat Fee for Rate option to apply a consistent charge.  
If the **Quantity Multiplier** is unchecked, the system will apply the flat fee/rate regardless of quantity; if checked, the system will calculate the fee based on quantity.  
The **Add As Fee** checkbox will include the fee as a line item; if unchecked, the fee will appear in the tax section as "Additional Tax."  
The **Once Per Order** option, when checked, applies the fee only once per order; if unchecked, it applies multiple times.  
Use the **Delete** option to remove the fee if it is no longer needed.

![Step 11 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_11.png)


12. Click on Save
![Step 12 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_12.png)


13. To Test it, Click on  Sales
![Step 13 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_13.png)


14. Click on New Sale
![Step 14 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_14.png)


15. Ring up the items that is associated with the category you set
![Step 15 screenshot](https://coreware-screenshots.s3.amazonaws.com/coreSTORE_-_How_to_add_CA_Excise_Tax_to_a_specific_category_15.png)


16. For further information please watch our Youtube Tutorial Video link below

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIp6RY4F5c4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIp6RY4F5c4)