Do I need a business license to sell hancrafted wooden items over the internet?
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Do I need a business license to sell hancrafted wooden items over the internet?
I want to start selling my hand-made wooden baseball bats and other craft items but I’m unsure if I would need a license to do so.
Asked on March 11, 2012 under Business Law, Virginia
Answers:
Michael Duffy / Duffy Law, LLC
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Hi there,
You wouldn't need a license just to make and sell baseball bats (they're not a regulated item to my knowledge), but registering as a business entity such as a corporation or LLC would likely provide certain tax benefits and liability protection in the course of your business dealings. Particularly if there were to be a problem with one of your products resuling in injury or damage, liability protection and insurance would be well-advised. Consider consulting a business law attorney regarding business organization and limitation of liability.
Also, consider that most sports equipment must meet certain requirements and standards set by an industry organization to be used in competitive sports. If that's your intended market, see what might be required to obtain the necessary certification.
-Michael
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