Customs and Taxation
CNSnap Customs Tax Guidelines
1. General Taxation Principles
- Packages with a declared value below the destination country’s tariff threshold are typically not taxed (fraudulent declarations are prohibited).
- Taxation Probability: Only 0.3% of CNSnap packages have been taxed to date. If taxed, recipients must pay duties and handle customs clearance.
2. Country/Region Tariff Thresholds
| Country | Threshold |
|---|---|
| United States | 0 USD |
| Canada | 20 CAD |
| United Kingdom | 135 GBP |
| Australia | 1,000 AUD |
| EU | 0 EUR |
| Russia | 10,000 RUB |
| Japan | 10,000 JPY |
| Singapore | 400 USD |
| New Zealand | 1,000 USD |
| Switzerland | 100 CHF (VAT: 65 CHF) |
| South Korea | 150,000 KRW |
3. Key Notes
- Strict Inspection Regions: Canadian and EU customs conduct rigorous checks. Commercial couriers (e.g., DHL, UPS) have a higher taxation risk.
- Switzerland: Two thresholds apply—100 CHF (customs tax) and 65 CHF (VAT).
4. Canadian Provincial Tax Rates
| Province | GST | PST | HST | Consolidated Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 5% | – | – | 5% |
| British Columbia | 5% | 7% | – | 12% |
| Manitoba | 5% | 8% | – | 13% |
| New Brunswick | – | – | 15% | 15% |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | – | – | 15% | 15% |
| Northwest Territories | 5% | – | – | 5% |
| Nova Scotia | – | – | 15% | 15% |
| Nunavut | 5% | – | – | 5% |
| Ontario | – | – | 13% | 13% |
| Prince Edward Island | – | – | 15% | 15% |
| Quebec | 5% | 9.98% | – | 14.98% |
| Saskatchewan | 5% | 6% | – | 11% |
| Yukon Territory | 5% | – | – | 5% |
5. Tips to Reduce Tax Risk
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Package Weight:
- Avoid parcels exceeding 10 kg (may be classified as commercial).
- Max weight per parcel: 30 kg. Split into ≤10 kg parcels if exceeding 30 kg.
- For DHL: Volume and weight both affect classification.
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Item Quantity:
- Avoid large quantities of a single item (may be deemed commercial).
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Disclaimer: CNSnap cannot guarantee tax exemption. Customs decisions depend on item count, weight, and local policies.
Final Note
Food items face stricter customs restrictions; exercise caution when shipping internationally. All information is for reference only and not official guidance.