Duties & Taxes Guide

International orders may be subject to import duties, taxes, and customs fees depending on the destination country.
These charges are not included in the product price or shipping fee and are typically collected at the time of delivery or customs clearance.

This guide outlines general rules and estimated ranges for major regions. Regulations, thresholds, and tax rates may change without prior notice.

General Information

・Duties and taxes are determined by the destination country
・The recipient is responsible for payment in most cases
・Taxable value may include product price, shipping, and insurance
・Many countries apply a de minimis threshold (duty-free limit)
・Customs procedures and fees may vary by carrier and region

United States

・De minimis: Duty-free under 800 USD
・Above threshold: Duties may apply (~10–30% depending on materials)
・Sales tax is generally not collected on imports
・Customs clearance is typically fast and stable

European Union (EU)

・VAT: approx. 17–27% depending on country
・Under 150 EUR: No duty, VAT applies
・Over 150 EUR: Duty + VAT
・Clothing duty: approx. 12%
・Additional handling or clearance fees may apply

United Kingdom

・VAT: 20%
・Under 135 GBP: VAT is typically collected at checkout
・Over 135 GBP: Import VAT + duty may apply at customs
・Clothing duty: approx. 12%
・Carrier handling fees may be added upon delivery

China

・Cross-border e-commerce tax rules may apply
・Combination of duty, VAT, and consumption tax
・Estimated total: ~20–30%
・Import limits and documentation may be required

South Korea

・De minimis: 150 USD
・Above threshold: Duty + 10% VAT
・Clothing duty: approx. 8–13%
・Personal Customs Clearance Code (PCCC) required

Singapore

・No duty for most apparel
・GST: 9%
・GST may apply even to low-value goods

Australia

・GST: 10%
・Under 1,000 AUD: GST only
・Over 1,000 AUD: Duty + GST
・Clothing duty: approx. 5%

Other Regions

・Canada: Duty + GST/HST (~10–20%)
・Middle East: Duty ~5% + VAT ~5%
・Southeast Asia: Varies by country (0–20% + VAT)
・Rest of World: Subject to local import regulations and taxes

Important Notes

・Duties and taxes cannot always be calculated in advance
・Refused shipments may incur return shipping and handling fees
・For the most accurate and up-to-date information, refer to official customs authorities

Official Customs Resources

・United States Customs: https://www.cbp.gov
・European Union Taxation: https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu
・China Customs: http://english.customs.gov.cn
・Korea Customs Service: https://www.customs.go.kr
・Singapore Customs: https://www.customs.gov.sg
・Australian Border Force: https://www.abf.gov.au