Import Duty & Tax Calculator
Rough-order-of-magnitude estimate of import duty, VAT/GST, additional levies and total landed cost. Always confirm the applicable tariff line against the destination customs schedule.
| CIF | $50,000.00 |
| = Assessable value (AV) | $50,000.00 |
| + Duty (6.5% × AV) | $3,250.00 |
| VAT base = $53,250.00 | |
| + VAT / GST (20%) | $10,650.00 |
| = Landed cost | $63,900.00 |
Overview & methodology
Numerical Example: EU Import Tax Breakdown (€50,000 CIF)
VAT is calculated on the value of the goods plus the duty paid, creating a 'tax on tax' effect common in European and Commonwealth regimes.
Regime Differences
While the EU and UK calculate VAT on the duty-inclusive value, the USA does not have a federal VAT on imports. India applies Basic Customs Duty (BCD) plus Integrated GST (IGST) and Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS), making it one of the more complex regimes to estimate manually.
Frequently asked questions
How is EU import duty calculated?
EU customs value is the CIF value at first port of entry. Duty rate comes from the TARIC classification (10-digit). VAT (usually 19–25% depending on member state) is then charged on duty-inclusive value plus any excise duty. Our calculator supports EU, UK, USA, India and GCC regimes.
Does the USA use CIF or FOB for customs value?
The USA uses transaction value based on FOB (price paid or payable, excluding freight/insurance) in most cases. Duty is applied to FOB; freight and insurance are added afterwards to reach landed cost.