Overview

• A coalition of eight menstrual product brands launched a website allowing consumers to be reimbursed for sales taxes paid in 21 states that still tax period products.
• The Tampon Tax Back Coalition aims to increase awareness and eliminate taxes on menstrual products, which critics view as essential healthcare items.
• Consumers can submit receipts within 10 days of purchase to receive a reimbursement via Venmo or PayPal within 24 hours.
• The annual cost of tampon taxes on consumers is estimated at around $80 million, disproportionately affecting those with low incomes.
• Recently, Texas repealed sales taxes on menstrual products, but 21 states still classify them as non-essential items subject to regular sales tax.