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Duty & Import Tax Estimator

Estimate import duties and VAT/GST for any country. Based on CIF customs value.

Shipment Value
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Tax Rates
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Common Rates

US: Most goods 0–25% duty, no federal VAT

EU: 0–7% duty + 20% VAT (varies by country)

UK: 0–12% duty + 20% VAT

AU: 0–5% duty + 10% GST

Formula
Total Taxes=Import Duty+Import VAT / GST
  • CIF = FOB + Freight + Insurance
  • Duty = CIF × Duty Rate
  • VAT = (CIF + Duty) × VAT Rate
  • Effective tax rate on FOB—

How to Use

  1. 1

    Select the destination country

    Choose the country where goods will be imported. Duty rates and VAT/GST rules vary significantly by country.

  2. 2

    Enter the CIF value

    Input the CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) value of the shipment — this is the customs value most countries use to assess duties.

  3. 3

    Add your HS code (optional)

    Enter the HS code for your product for more accurate duty rate estimation. Different product categories attract different rates.

  4. 4

    Review estimated duty and tax

    See the estimated import duty and VAT/GST amounts. Add these to your landed cost calculation to understand your true per-unit cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is import duty?

Import duty (also called customs duty or tariff) is a tax charged by the importing country on the value of incoming goods. Rates vary by product category (HS code) and country of origin, and range from 0% to 30%+ depending on the product.

What is CIF value and why is it used for duty calculations?

CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) is the total cost of goods plus insurance and shipping to the destination port. Most countries assess import duties on the CIF value — not just the product cost — so freight and insurance costs increase your duty liability.

What is the difference between duty and VAT/GST?

Import duty is a trade tax charged on the value of goods. VAT (Value Added Tax) or GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a consumption tax applied after duty on the total customs value including duty. Many countries charge both.

Are these estimates accurate?

The estimates are based on general duty rates and are intended as a planning tool. Actual duty amounts depend on the specific HS code, country of origin, applicable trade agreements (e.g., US-Canada USMCA), and customs valuation. Consult a customs broker for precise figures.

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