Duties Calculator
Estimate customs duties and fees for your international packages.
This is an estimate only. Actual duties and fees may vary based on final customs assessment.
How U.S. Customs Duties Work
When you ship a package to the United States via a postal service, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires that customs duties be prepaid before the package can clear customs. The duty amount depends on the declared value of the items, their country of origin, and the applicable tariff rate.
Since the suspension of the de minimis exemption for postal shipments in 2025, all packages — regardless of value — must have duties prepaid. The current Section 122 baseline tariff applies a 10% rate to all imports, with additional country-specific and product-specific rates determined by the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
SafePackage is a CBP-certified Qualified Party authorized to calculate, collect, and remit customs duties on behalf of postal operators. Use this calculator to estimate your duties before submitting your package for payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are U.S. customs duties calculated?
Duties are calculated based on the item's declared value, country of origin, and HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification code. The current Section 122 baseline tariff is 10% on all imports, with additional rates for specific countries and product categories.
What is an HTS code?
An HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) code is a 10-digit classification number used by U.S. Customs to determine the duty rate for imported goods. Our calculator can estimate duties with or without an HTS code.
Do I need to pay duties on packages under $800?
Yes. As of 2025, the de minimis exemption for postal shipments has been suspended. All postal packages entering the U.S. now require prepaid customs duties regardless of value.
Are gifts exempt from duties?
Unsolicited gifts valued at $100 or less may qualify for duty-free entry under U.S. customs regulations. Gifts above $100 are subject to standard duty rates.
How accurate is this calculator?
This calculator provides estimates based on current tariff rates and the information you provide. Actual duties may vary based on CBP classification decisions and any applicable trade agreements or additional tariffs.