Customs and Import Taxes
Duties & Taxes Overview
| United States | Canada | Australia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Minimis (Duty) ⓘ The minimum value threshold under which no customs duties are charged on imported goods. (No duties if under threshold) | USD $0 | CAD $20 | AUD $1,000 |
| De Minimis (Tax) ⓘ The minimum value threshold under which no import taxes (e.g., VAT or GST) are charged on imported goods. (No import taxes if under threshold) | USD $0 | CAD $20 | AUD $1,000 (at border only) |
| Preferential Duty Rate | 15% | 0% (with Certificate of Origin) | 0% (with Certificate of Origin) |
| National Tax | 0% State/Local Sales Tax |
5% GST + Provincial Sales Tax (PST/HST) GST/HST Calculator (and rates) |
0% GST |
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Estimated Total Taxes
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Duties and taxes are calculated on the product’s full retail value (not the discounted price) declared to customs. This ensures your jewelry is fully insured and protected throughout international shipping.
(based on Retail Price for Customs) |
15% ⓘ 15% Duty + 0% State/Local Sales Tax (15% Duty + 6–9% Sales Tax) | Approx. +5–15% ⓘ 5% GST + Provincial PST/HST (5% GST + Provincial PST/HST) | 0% ⓘ 0% Duty Rate + 0% GST (10% GST) |
| Notes | Starting August 29, 2025, all orders above USD $1 are subject to duties and taxes. Previously, orders under USD $800 were duty-free. |
Gold jewelry made in Korea is duty-free under the Canada–Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA). However, Goods and Services Tax (GST) and any applicable Provincial Sales Tax (PST/HST) may still be charged upon delivery. See rates here. |
Gold jewelry made in Korea is duty-free under the Australia–Korea Free Trade Agreement (KAFTA). However, Goods and Services Tax (GST) may still be charged upon delivery. |
De Minimis: the threshold under which no duties or taxes are charged on imported goods.
Important Note (All countries): Duties and taxes are calculated on the product’s full retail value (not the discounted price) declared to customs. This ensures your jewelry is fully insured and protected throughout international shipping.
Note: The information above may vary depending on each country’s regulations or situation.