INTERNATIONAL THRESHOLD CHECKER
Global De Minimis Threshold Comparison 2026
Compare statutory customs de minimis thresholds for low-value import exemptions across 10 major trading nations.
| Country / Region | Authority | Duty-Free Threshold | Tax / VAT Exemption | Valuation Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | CBP (Sec 321) | $800.00 USD | $800.00 USD | FOB Value |
| Canada | CBSA (USMCA) | C$150.00 CAD | C$40.00 CAD (Tax-Free) | FOB Value |
| European Union | DG TAXUD | €150.00 EUR | VAT Applies (No De Minimis) | CIF Value |
| United Kingdom | HMRC | £135.00 GBP | VAT Applies at Point of Sale | CIF Value |
| Mexico | SAT (TIGIE) | $50.00 USD ($117 USMCA) | $50.00 USD ($117 USMCA) | CIF Value |
| China | GACC | RMB 50.00 CNY | RMB 50.00 CNY | CIF Value |
| Japan | Japan Customs | ¥10,000 JPY | ¥10,000 JPY | CIF Value |
| India | CBIC | ₹5,000 INR | ₹5,000 INR | CIF Value |
| Australia | ABF | A$1,000.00 AUD | A$1,000.00 AUD (GST vendor rules) | FOB Value |
| Germany | Bundeszollverwaltung | €150.00 EUR | 19% EUSt Applies | CIF Value |