Customs & Clearance

Customs Duties & Import Taxes IntimatesIn.com – Global Intimate Apparel

At IntimatesIn.com, we partner with a diverse network of suppliers worldwide to offer high-quality intimate apparel, lingerie, and related products. Your order may ship from different countries depending on stock availability, product origin, and your shipping location. This means international shipments can be subject to customs duties, VAT/GST, and other import taxes imposed by your local authorities.

Important Information for International Buyers

• We do not collect or prepay your country’s customs duties, import taxes, or VAT/GST (unless explicitly stated during checkout for specific destinations).
• These charges are the responsibility of the buyer (recipient) and are collected by your local customs or carrier upon arrival.
• Delivery delays or additional fees may occur if customs holds the package for assessment or payment.
• We recommend checking your local customs rules before purchasing to avoid surprises.

Pro Tip: Contact your local customs office or use official government resources for the most accurate and up-to-date information based on your specific order value and product type (apparel/lingerie typically falls under textile HS codes).

Common Country Examples (as of 2025–2026)

Information is for general guidance only and can change. Always verify directly.

United States

• De minimis threshold: Previously $800 (duties often waived for low-value shipments), but rules have tightened.
• Duties on apparel: Typically 0–16%+ depending on product and origin (average consumer goods ~2.5–6%).
• Additional: Possible state sales tax or processing fees. Check with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

European Union (e.g., Germany, France, Italy, Spain)

• Duty exemption usually below €150 per shipment.
• VAT applies to nearly all imports (standard rates 17–27%, e.g., 20–21% common; varies by country). Collected on the full value including shipping.
• Additional customs duties possible on apparel (often low, 0–12%). Use the EU TARIC database for details.

United Kingdom

• VAT (20%) collected on imports; low-value threshold ~£135 for certain collections.
• Customs duties on apparel typically 0–12% (often around 6–8% for textiles).
• Check HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) tools.

Canada

• Low de minimis: Duties often apply above ~CAD $20; taxes above ~CAD $20–40.
• GST 5% + provincial taxes; apparel duties vary (0–18% range).
• Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) provides calculators.

Australia

• No duties on most imports below AUD $1,000.
• GST (10%) applies on low-value imports (often collected at checkout by larger sellers).
• Apparel-specific duties may apply above threshold (commonly ~5%). Check Australian Border Force.

Other Popular Destinations

• New Zealand: Similar to Australia with GST.
• India / Asia / Middle East / Latin America: Varies widely — often higher duties on apparel + VAT/GST. Local rules can be strict.

How to Estimate Your Costs

1. Note the order subtotal + shipping (this is usually the taxable value).
2. Research your country’s HS code for lingerie/apparel (typically Chapter 61 or 62).
3. Use official customs calculators or tools provided by your government.
4. Carriers (DHL, FedEx, etc.) may estimate duties at delivery or require prepayment.

Questions?

If you have concerns about your specific destination, feel free to contact our customer support before ordering. Provide your country and approximate order value for general guidance (note: we cannot provide binding tax advice).

Thank you for shopping with IntimatesIn.com! We appreciate your understanding of international trade complexities and are committed to delivering beautiful intimates from around the world.