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Customs Duty Calculator

Import duty = declared value × duty rate for your product's HS code, plus (in many countries) VAT/GST on the value + duty + freight. Enter the rate from your tariff lookup — this tool does the math, not the classification.

Reviewed by BoringToolsKit · September 1, 2026 · Example rates, editable — not carrier quotes.

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How the estimate works

Duty = customs value × duty rate %. Many countries compute customs value CIF-style (goods + freight + insurance). US de minimis allows shipments under $800 to enter duty-free for most goods (policy as of 2026 — verify current rules).

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Rate tables below are editable example defaults for modeling, not carrier quotes. Actual prices vary by negotiated rates, surcharges, and season. Confirm final cost with the carrier before shipping.

Methodology

Formula and assumptions

CIF customs value = goods + freight + insurance (CBSA includes freight). FOB = goods value only. Duty = customs value × duty rate from your HS classification. VAT/GST = (customs value + duty) × rate in VAT countries. US de minimis: $800 for most goods. Classification and valuation are country-specific — confirm with a customs broker.

Common US MFN duty rates (editable references, verify your HS code):

HS chapter / itemTypical MFN duty
9403 furniture0-8%
6204 womens clothing~16.5% (varies)
6403 leather footwear~8.5-10%
8504 power transformers~2.7%
8542 electronic chips0% (duty-free)
9503 toys0% (duty-free)

Enter the exact rate from your own HS lookup — these are examples only.

Quick answers

Customs Duty Calculator questions

How do I find my duty rate?

Classify your product to an HS code (harmonized system), then look up the rate in the destination country's tariff schedule. This calculator takes that rate as input.

What is the US de minimis threshold?

Shipments valued under $800 generally enter the US duty-free for most goods (section 321). Policy has been changing — verify current rules before relying on it.

Is freight included in customs value?

Often yes (CIF valuation) — goods + freight + insurance. The US generally uses FOB (goods only) for duty but adds freight for freight-statistical purposes. Enter the components that match your country's rule.

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