United States parcels

US import duty from China

Estimate the United States landed cost for parcels shipped from China, using simplified category duty buckets and current US threshold notes.

Carrier fee

Rules as of 2026-06, last checked (version 2026.06.25-v1). Note: 2026 de-minimis rules are changing — always confirm the current rule with the official source before relying on this estimate.

China to United States assumptions

Most consumer goods ship from China without preferential tariff treatment, so the standard category duty rate is used. Exact duty still depends on the commodity code. Exact duty still depends on the commodity or tariff code for each item.

Source freshness

Rules in this estimate were checked on 2026-06-25 (rules as of 2026-06). The calculator reads the shared US rule file so future rule changes land here automatically.

Official sources: www.cbp.gov www.cbp.gov hts.usitc.gov

FAQ

Do I pay US customs duty on orders from China under USD 800?

customs duty is generally not charged on consignments at or below USD 800; this model does not add a separate federal import tax for United States. Most consumer goods ship from China without preferential tariff treatment, so the standard category duty rate is used. Exact duty still depends on the commodity code.

Why is this only an estimate?

The final duty rate depends on the exact commodity code, origin rules, reliefs, and the carrier's clearance process.

Does Chinese origin change the duty?

Most consumer goods ship from China without preferential tariff treatment, so the standard category duty rate is used. Exact duty still depends on the commodity code.

Estimate only. This calculator does not provide customs, legal, or tax advice. Final charges are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the parcel carrier. The de-minimis treatment of low-value imports is changing during 2026; always confirm the current rule with the official source before relying on this estimate.