Ephedra sinica, a herb containing ephedrine, is included in some herbal supplements used by athletes and others to accelerate fat loss and enhance feelings of physical well-being.
The Fort Lauderdale, Florida, general sales tax rate is 6%. Every 2017 combined rates mentioned above are the results of Florida state rate (6%). There is no county sale tax for Fort Lauderdale, Florida. There is no city sale tax for Fort Lauderdale.
The Florida state sales tax rate is 6% , and the average FL sales tax after local surtaxes is 6.65% 1  . Groceries and prescription drugs are exempt from the Florida sales tax. 2  Counties and cities can charge an additional local sales tax of up to 1.5%, for a maximum possible combined sales tax of 7.5%.