However, state-level requirements for a "resale certificate" or "seller's permit" usually still apply if you want to avoid paying sales tax at the point of purchase. :

Locations like the Los Angeles Fashion District have many warehouses that sell to the public or swap meet vendors without requiring formal business documentation.

Retailers like Costco or Sam's Club provide wholesale-style bulk pricing to anyone with a paid membership, regardless of business status. :

Do I Need a Wholesale License to Buy Wholesale? - Simplisales