TIP #10B07-01
DATE ISSUED: March 30, 2010
Solid Mineral Tax Rates for Year 2010
Phosphate Rock Producers
Phosphate rock producers are subject to a surtax and tax rate as provided by law. Use the 2010 rates when completing the Declaration of Estimated Tax and Installment Payments of Solid Mineral Severance Tax (Form DR-142ES).
| Phosphate Rock | |
|---|---|
| Year 2010 Tax Rate | $1.945 per ton |
| Plus: Year 2010 Surcharge Rate $1.38 per ton | $1.38 per ton |
| Total 2010 Rate | $3.325 per ton |
Heavy Minerals Producers
Each calendar year the tax rate for production of heavy minerals is adjusted as provided by law. The rates are based on producer price indices published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Use the 2010 rates when completing the Declaration of Estimated Tax and Installment Payments of Solid Mineral Severance Tax (Form DR-142ES).
| Heavy Minerals | |
|---|---|
| Base Rate | $1.34 per ton |
| Times: Base Rate Adjustment | 2.3613 |
| Year 2010 Tax Rate | $3.16 per ton |
Other Solid Minerals Producers
There was no change in the tax rate for production of other solid minerals. The tax remains 8% of the taxable value of other solid minerals produced.
Reference: Sections 211.31, 211.3101, and 211.3106, Florida Statutes
For More Information
This document is intended to alert you to the requirements contained in Florida laws and administrative rules. It does not by its own effect create rights or require compliance.
For forms and other information, visit our Internet site at www.myflorida.com/dor or call Taxpayer Services, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, at 800-352-3671.
For a detailed written response to your questions, write the Florida Department of Revenue, Taxpayer Services, Mail Stop 3-2000, 5050 West Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0112.