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10 Surprising Tax-Free Deals

The sales tax holiday continues through midnight Sunday.

We were left scratching our heads at the bizarre list of things that are free from state sales taxes this coming weekend. But we were even more baffled by some of the things that aren't.

Batting gloves? Tax free. Baseball mitts? No.

Golf shoes? Tax free. Golf clubs? Nope.

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Shower curtains? Tax free. Shower rods or rings? Pay up.

With that in mind, take a look at the full list to the right. And here are our picks for the items you didn't know are tax free and another list of some of the things that aren't.

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The 2013 S.C. Sales Tax Holiday begins 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug. 2, and ends Sunday, Aug. 4. 

10 Surprising Tax-Free Deals

  • Adult diapers
  • Bandanas
  • Bobby pins
  • Bridal gowns
  • Computer service plans
  • Fishing boots
  • In-line skates
  • Ponchos
  • Scout uniforms
  • Yarn

10 Things That Surprisingly Aren't Tax-Free

  • Cameras
  • Computer parts (unless included in the purchase of a computer)
  • Daily Planners (unless expressly school planners)
  • Football helmets or shoulder pads
  • Glasses
  • Hiking backpacks
  • Printer parts (unless included in the purchase of a printer)
  • Safety goggles
  • Smartphones
  • Toothbrush holders, wastebaskets, etc.

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