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Delaware has no state sales tax, making it a destination for retail shoppers and a simpler compliance environment for businesses that only operate within the state. The individual income tax ranges from 0% to 6.6% for income above $60,000; the state also imposes a 8.7% corporate income tax on net income earned in Delaware, which is higher than most states. Delaware is the incorporation capital of the United States, and holding companies registered here but not doing business in-state owe no corporate income tax; however, companies with actual Delaware operations pay the full 8.7% rate. Payroll taxes require employers to withhold state income tax and file quarterly reconciliation returns; employers who misclassify workers as independent contractors face back payroll taxes plus penalties. Delaware's gross receipts tax applies to most businesses in lieu of a sales tax: rates range from 0.1037% for farming to 0.7468% for most retail, based on total revenue rather than profit. Back tax debt in Delaware accumulates at 0.5% monthly interest; the Division of Revenue issues tax warrants, garnishes wages, and places liens on real property. Small business owners, LLC members, and corporate officers are personally liable for withheld but unremitted payroll taxes, making prompt resolution critical. The state offers payment plans and occasionally runs voluntary disclosure programs for businesses with unfiled returns or unreported income.