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Do I pay VAT or customs duty when importing porcelain from China?

Yes, most countries impose both import duty and VAT on porcelain; rates vary by country.

By YANYAN31 Aug 20261 min read
Do I pay VAT or customs duty when importing porcelain from China?

Yes, when importing porcelain from China, you will typically pay both customs duty and value-added tax (VAT) or goods and services tax (GST), depending on your country. The duty is based on the HS code (6911) and the VAT is calculated on the total value including freight and insurance.

Exact rates vary by country and can change. For example, the EU has standard VAT rates, while the US has no VAT but may have sales tax. We recommend checking with your local customs authority or broker.

If you choose DDP, we handle all these payments, so you receive the goods with no additional charges.

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