About Customs Duties and Import Taxes
We ship worldwide from Japan.
Customs duties and import taxes apply in most countries.
Depending on the destination, we ship via one of the following methods:
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DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): You must pay duties and taxes upon delivery.
*This is our main shipping method. - DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): Duties and taxes are included in the product price.
DDU For Customers in the USA
Duty rates vary by "Origin". Please check the trends below.
*We are not customs experts. These are estimates only.
Please verify utilizing AI tools or official resources yourself.
| Origin | Est. Tax Rate | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 19% | Standard |
| Cambodia | 19% | Standard |
| Vietnam | 20% | Standard |
| China | 18% ~ 45% | Variable / High |
| Myanmar | 35% ~ 40% | Very High |
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- Courier Fee: If duties apply, DHL may charge an advanced payment fee (approx. $20) upon delivery.
- Payment: Duties and fees must be paid directly to the carrier upon receipt.
- We do not accept returns due to unpaid customs duties.
DDP For Customers in EU / UK
Worry-free shipping (VAT & Duties Included)
- VAT / Duties: Included in the total price paid at checkout.
- → No additional payment is required upon delivery.
DDU Customs Guide: Other Regions
Shipments to these regions are DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid).
Payment of duties and taxes is required upon receipt.
| Region | Guidelines & Estimated Rates |
|---|---|
| Australia | Duty-free under 1,000 AUD. Above: Duty (5%) + GST (10%). |
| New Zealand | Duty-free under 1,000 NZD. Above: Duty (10%) + GST (15%). |
| Singapore | Tax-free under 400 SGD. Above: GST (9%). |
| Malaysia | Tax-free under 500 MYR. Above: SST (10%) may apply. |
| Canada | Low de minimis (20 CAD). Duty (~18%) + GST/HST usually apply. |
| Hong Kong | Free Port. Usually 0% (Tax-free). |
| Macau | Free Port. Usually 0% (Tax-free). |
| South Korea | Tax-free under 150 USD. Above: Duty (13%) + VAT (10%). |
| Taiwan | Taxable over 2,000 TWD. "EZ WAY" app required. Approx. 10-15%. |
| China | Strict customs. Expect Duty (~20%) + VAT. |
| Thailand | High rates: Duty (30%+) + VAT (7%). |
| Indonesia | Low limit (3 USD). Duty + VAT + Income Tax (Total >40%) often applies. |
| Philippines | Tax-free under 10,000 PHP. Above: Duty (15%) + VAT (12%). |
| Vietnam | Taxable over 1,000,000 VND. Duty (~30%) + VAT. |
| South America | Very high taxes (50% - 100%). TAX ID mandatory. |
| Middle East / Africa | High duty tendency (approx. 5% - 20% + VAT). |
*These are estimates and subject to change by customs authorities.
Calculate your country's duties
For detailed estimates, please use these tools:
Reference Data
Sneakers' country of origin
| China |
| Vietnam |
| Indonesia |
| Cambodia |
| Myanmar |
| India |
| Thailand |
HS Codes
| HS Code | Material |
|---|---|
| 6403.19 | Natural Leather |
| 6404.11 | Textile / Canvas |
| 6402.19 | Synthetic Leather |
| 6403.59 | Leather Sole |
*HS Codes required for duty calculation.
