Sales or "use tax" on items purchased for which the seller didn't collect the tax can be paid on your state tax return.
For example, the California state return specifically asks the taxpayer to report any unpaid sales taxes. They can also be paid directly to the state agency that administers sales taxes. See here for more information.
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