TIP #12B07-01
DATE ISSUED: March 30, 2012
Solid Mineral Tax Rates for Year 2012
Phosphate Rock Producers
Phosphate rock producers are subject to tax as provided by law. Use the 2012 tax rate when completing the Declaration of Estimated Tax and Installment Payments of Solid Mineral Severance Tax (Form DR-142ES).
| Tax Rate Period | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012 | $1.61 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 2012 tax rate 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 | 2.57413 |
| Year 2012 Tax Rate | $3.45 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.