Adobe Commerce Integration

More than 200,000 websites use Adobe Commerce (Magento) to run storefronts. The e-commerce development platform is known for its customizability and functionality regarding features and integrations, which help businesses of all sizes build and manage their online stores.

However, sales tax is not automatically handled for online sellers, which means they either need to manually set up their sales tax settings through Admin or use an automated sales tax software solution.

In this guide, we’ll explore what you need to know about Adobe Commerce integrations and provide guidance on how to stay sales tax compliant.

Adobe Commerce vs. Magento 2

When it comes to integrations with Adobe, there are two to be aware of — Magento 2 and Adobe Commerce. Magento was initially created as an e-commerce platform for small to medium-sized businesses but was acquired by Adobe in 2018.

Magento 2 is an open-source option that can be downloaded to meet a business’s needs. Companies can download the software for free but are more responsible for managing their site’s hosting, maintenance, and upgrades.

Adobe Commerce is an e-commerce platform that offers more cloud-based options and is highly scalable for growing companies. In addition, it also has more advanced features, including upgraded enhanced security, templates, and faster page loading speeds.

Sales Tax for Adobe Commerce

Sales tax can be highly volatile, as rules and regulations constantly change. It’s gotten even more difficult for businesses to know where to file sales tax returns with the introduction of economic nexus.

Companies must know when they hit a nexus threshold to register to collect sales tax in a state. Each state has different sales tax laws, making it challenging to navigate laws from one state or locality to another. 

Does Adobe Commerce Collect Sales Tax?

Adobe Commerce is not a marketplace facilitator. This means the solution does not automatically collect and remit sales on your behalf. You’ll have to set up sales tax settings manually, including tax classes, calculation settings, and price and display settings at a minimum.

How Sales Tax Works for Your Adobe Commerce Store

Audits and hefty penalties are just some of the things that can happen if you fail to file sales tax returns in the US. You’ll need to know how sales tax works for your storefront and what options are available to help you streamline the process to stay compliant.

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Sales Tax Nexus and Your Business

Nexus can be complicated when it comes to understanding the different types and how they can impact sales tax for your business. There are two common ways to establish nexus:

• Physical nexus: This occurs when your company has a physical presence in a state, such as employees, a warehouse, or a building.
• Economic nexus: This happens when you meet the thresholds for sales activity in a state, which usually revolves around revenue and/or transactions.

Knowing where you have nexus can guide your compliance strategy for your business and help ensure you stay compliant.

How to Determine Product Taxability 

In addition to nexus, you must determine whether your products are taxable or exempt. Each state has a list of taxable goods, and certain items are exempt depending on the product category.

For example, some states do not tax food, clothing, and textbooks. Staying on top of product taxability is vital for your business. After all, you don’t want to collect sales tax from customers on items you don’t need to.

How to Set Up Sales Tax in Adobe Commerce

You have two options for setting up sales tax for your Adobe Commerce storefront — manually or using an automated sales tax solution. Using sales tax software like Zamp allows for the following:

• Real-time sales tax calculations during checkout
• Support for multiple tax jurisdictions
• Automated transaction reporting to Zamp
• Historical transaction syncing
• Detailed transaction logging
• Tax-exempt customer management

The section below will explore how to set up Adobe Commerce with Zamp.

Getting Started with Zamp for Adobe Commerce

You will need a few things to install Zamp for Adobe Commerce, including checking system requirements and compatibility. To start, you will need to ensure you have:

• Adobe Commerce (Magento) 2.4x
• PHP 8.2.18 or higher
• Required Adobe Commerce modules

You will also need to ensure that you have valid Zamp API credentials provided to you during onboarding.

How to Install Zamp for Adobe Commerce

There are a few ways to install Zamp for Adobe Commerce, including manually and through Composer. See our instructions here to install the Zamp Tax extension through either manual installation or Composer.

Verifying the Installation for Zamp and Adobe Commerce

To verify installation, check that the module is listed and enabled — bin/magento module:status ATF_Zamp. You’ll then verify that the module appears in the admin panel:

• Navigate to Stores > Configuration > Sales > Tax
• Look for the “Zamp Configuration” section

• Check for successful database updates:
  • The following tables should be created:
    • zamp_transaction_log
    • Queue_zamp_historical_transaction_sync
  • Product attribute tax_provider_tax_code should be added
  • Customer attribute tax_exempt_code should be added

You’ll then need to verify for clean logs and check for any errors related to ATF_Zamp.

After installation, you’ll need to configure your Zamp API credentials in the Admin panel before the extension becomes functional.

Configuring Zamp for Adobe Commerce

To configure Zamp for Adobe Commerce, go to the Adobe Commerce admin panel under Stores > Configuration > Sales > Tax > Zamp Configuration.

Module Activation

For Module Activation, you will want to:

• Enable/disable the module using the “Enable setting”
• Use the configuration path: tax/zamp_configuration/active

API Credentials

Follow these steps for API credentials:

1. Enter your Zamp API token in the “API Token” field
2. Click “Test Connection” to verify your credentials
3. The API token is stored encrypted in the database

Default Tax Settings

• Configure the default product tax code in “Default Product Tax Provider Tax Code”
  • Default value: R_TPP
  • This code is to be used when there are no specific tax codes set on a product

Logging Configuration

• Enable/disable logging with the "Enable Logging" setting
• Set the log retention period in "Log Entry Lifetime, Days."
  • Minimum value: 30 days
  • If empty or less than 30, it defaults to 30 days

Configuring Tax Calculations for Zamp and Adobe Commerce

To enable tax calculations, use “Allow Zamp to handle your tax calculations?” and use the configuration path tax/zamp_configuration/allow_tax_calculation.

You’ll then need to configure taxable states, product tax codes, and more (which will be discussed below).

Taxable States Configuration

• Select applicable states in "Choose your taxable states."
  • Multiple states can be selected
  • Tax calculations will only be performed for selected states
  • Required when tax calculation is enabled

Product Tax Codes

• Set product-specific tax codes in each product's configuration
• Default code will be used if no product-specific code is set

Transaction Sync Configuration

• Enable transaction reporting using "Send your transaction reports to Zamp?"
• Configuration path: tax/zamp_configuration/send_transactions

Automatic Transaction Reporting

When enabled, the following events trigger automatic transaction reporting:

• Invoice creation (sales_order_invoice_save_after )
• Credit memo creation (sales_order_creditmemo_save_after )
• Transaction data includes:
  • Line items with tax codes
  • Customer tax exemption information
  • Shipping and handling charges
  • Discounts and adjustments

All configuration settings require the module to be enabled (tax/zamp_configuration/active) to take effect.

Best Tax Compliance Practices for Adobe Commerce Sellers

Keeping on top of sales tax compliance for one storefront can be challenging, but selling across many channels becomes even more difficult.

Here are some best practices to consider to stay compliant as an Adobe Commerce Seller:

Adobe Commerce Sales Tax: Conclusion

Adobe Commerce can level up a storefront, especially for businesses looking to grow and scale. However, as with any platform, there are things to consider regarding sales tax compliance. An automated solution offers more flexibility and ensures accurate sales tax calculations during the checkout process for your customers.

Why Choose Zamp?

Zamp consistently puts its customers first, and it shows. We’ve been named a Major Player in the Small, Mid, and Enterprise SUT markets in IDC’s 2024 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-enabled Tax Automation Software, along with being featured in the top ten best sales tax software companies by taxtech500.

We help businesses outsource the entire sales tax compliance cycle. Our platform provides:

• Hands-off onboarding: We set up everything for you and ensure it’s done right.
• Full sales tax compliance service: We offer nexus tracking, registrations, roof-top accurate calculations, product taxability research, mapping, reporting, and filing. All this is included in our pricing model — one fee for everything.
• Proactive account support: We are always looking for changes in sales tax requirements, and our team is happy to answer any questions you may have.

How can we help you take your sales tax compliance to the next level? Schedule a call with an expert on our team below.

About the author

Emily Kordys

Emily Kordys is a Content Marketing Manager with seven years of experience in the sales tax, auto, and real estate industries. She currently resides in North Carolina with her boyfriend and dogs, Shadow and Copr.