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Import Duty & Tax Estimator
Import Duty & Tax Estimator
Enter your shipment's commercial value and duty rate to calculate an indicative import duty liability. For an accurate duty assessment, consult our licensed customs brokers.
Calculation Results
This is an indicative estimate only. Actual duties depend on correct HS code classification, applicable trade agreements, and CBP/destination customs assessment. Always verify with a licensed customs broker.
Understanding the Calculation
What is CIF Value?
Customs value for duty calculation is typically the CIF value — cargo value plus freight plus insurance to the destination port. This means your import duty is calculated on the total landed cost at the port, not just the cargo purchase price.
USA Import Charges
US imports attract: regular CBP duty (based on HTS code), Section 301 tariffs (for China-origin goods, varying by product), Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF: 0.3464% of CIF, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF: 0.125% of CIF for ocean imports).
African VAT
Most African countries charge VAT on imports in addition to customs duty. South Africa and Namibia (SACU) charge 15% VAT on (CIF + duty). Togo charges TVA (TVA) at 18%. These amounts are paid at customs clearance.
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