Understanding duty-free policies is crucial for seamless cross-border trade. Below is an overview of duty-free thresholds and import exemption rules for major markets worldwide.

Country	Duty-Free Threshold	Additional Notes
United States	$800 per shipment	"De Minimis" rule exempts imports below $800 from duties and taxes.
United Kingdom	£135 per shipment	VAT collected at the point of sale for imports below £135. Duties apply above this threshold.
Canada	CAD 20 per shipment	Low threshold; duties and GST apply for shipments exceeding this value.
Australia	AUD 1,000 per shipment	GST applies for imports below AUD 1,000, collected at the point of sale.
United Arab Emirates	Exemptions vary based on goods and value	Typically 5% VAT applies to most imports. Some exemptions may apply for personal goods.
New Zealand	NZD 1,000 per shipment	GST collected at the point of sale for low-value goods.
Philippines	PHP 10,000 per shipment	Imports below PHP 10,000 are exempt from duties and taxes.
Germany	€150 per shipment	Exempt from duties below €150; VAT still applies for all imports.
France	€150 per shipment	Follows EU customs regulations; VAT applies regardless of value.
Brazil	$50 for gift shipments	General imports are subject to duties; exceptions for small-value gifts.
Mexico	$50 per shipment	Imports below $50 are duty-free. VAT applies to higher-value goods.
Saudi Arabia	Exemptions vary based on goods and value	Typically 5% VAT applies; personal goods may have exemptions.
Vietnam	VND 1,000,000 per shipment	Imports below VND 1,000,000 are exempt from duties and taxes.
Nigeria	No fixed threshold	Duties and VAT apply to most imports regardless of value.

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Important Notes

1. Exemptions and Limitations:

   • The above thresholds apply primarily to personal and low-value imports.
   • Regulations may vary for specific categories such as alcohol, tobacco, and luxury goods.

2. Policy Updates:

   • Duty-free policies are subject to change. We recommend consulting official customs authorities or trusted trade resources for the latest information.

3. Platform Compliance:

   • Sino2B ensures that all shipments comply with the destination country's regulations. However, buyers are responsible for verifying duties and taxes applicable to their orders.

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Resources

• World Customs Organization (WCO)
• US Customs and Border Protection
• European Commission TARIC Database
• Australia Border Force

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Last Updated: December 29, 2024