When importing goods internationally, it's important to understand each country's de minimis threshold—the value below which products can be imported without paying duties. This directly affects your total cost, delivery process, and whether you'll be charged additional fees upon arrival.
To help you plan better, here’s a simplified guide to the most common countries and their import duty policies.
| 🌍 Country / Region | De Minimis Available? | Threshold (Duty‑Free Limit) | Import Duty & Tax If Above Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| European Union | ✅ Yes | €150 (customs duty only – VAT still applies) | 0%–17% duty + 19–25% VAT |
| United States | ❌ No (for goods from China) | $0 (no de minimis for China-origin) | Typical 0%–5%, but Section 301 tariffs may apply (up to 25%) |
| Canada | ✅ Yes | C$20; C$150 duty / C$40 tax under USMCA | 0%–18% duty + 5–15% GST/HST |
| United Kingdom | ✅ Yes | £135 (customs duty only – VAT still applies) | 0%–12% duty + 20% VAT |
| Japan | ✅ Yes | ¥10,000 (~US$70) | 0%–10% duty + 8–10% consumption tax |
| Philippines | ✅ Yes | PHP 10,000 (~US$180) | 10%–30% duty + VAT |
| Malaysia | ✅ Yes | RM 500 (~US$110) | 0%–30% duty + 10% SST (plus 10% online sales tax from 2024) |
| Thailand | ✅ Yes | THB 40,000 (~US$1,200) | 0%–30% duty + 7% VAT |
| Singapore | ✅ Yes | SGD 400 (~US$300) | Mostly duty-free; 9% GST (from 2024) |
| Australia | ✅ Yes | AUD 1,000 | ~5% duty + 10% GST |
| New Zealand | ✅ Yes | NZD 1,000 (~US$600) | 0%–5% duty + 15% GST |
| Mexico | ✅ Yes | US$117 (duty); US$50 (VAT) | 0%–20% duty + 16% IVA |
| South Africa | ❌ No formal de minimis | — | Flat 20% duty + 15% VAT on most small parcels; clothing taxed up to 45% duty + 15% VAT |
| Morocco | ✅ Yes (non‑e‑commerce) | US$125 (non‑e‑commerce shipments only) | All e‑commerce parcels now taxed regardless of value |
🧾 Final Note on Shipping & Customs
When you check out your order with us, our default shipping method and rates are typically DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) — meaning you won’t need to pay any additional import duties or VAT upon delivery.
However, please note that most DDP services come with weight or value limitations.
If you're planning to purchase goods in larger volumes or higher values, simply reach out to our support team. We’ll guide you through formal customs clearance procedures, including all required invoices and shipping documents.
We're here to ensure your import process is smooth and compliant. 🌍📦
