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Customs and Import Duties for Parcels from China: What to Check
Answer first: Customs rules, thresholds and duty rates are set by your own country and can change. Check the destination authority before ordering.
Last checked: 2026-10-25
Disclosure: Kakobuy Blog is an independent guide and is not the official Kakobuy website.
What usually affects duties and taxes
- Declared value and item category
- Destination country and its thresholds
- Whether the parcel is a gift or commercial shipment under local rules
- Restrictions or extra checks for certain goods
Where to look
Kakobuy says its country-threshold table is internet-collected reference material, not standard legal guidance. Check the destination authority directly.
| Country | Official source |
|---|---|
| United States | U.S. Customs and Border Protection |
| United Kingdom | GOV.UK tax and duty |
| European Union | European Commission customs procedures |
| Australia | Australian Border Force |
FAQ
Will I be charged duty?
It depends on your country’s rules and the parcel’s contents.
Who pays duty?
Responsibility depends on destination rules and the shipping method’s terms.
Sources
Kakobuy customs and taxes help, read 2026-10-25. Government links above are official starting points.
Some Kakobuy help pages may require sign-in to view. Read on 2026-10-25 using the English interface and USD, with no destination selected; policies may vary by region.