Customs Duty Calculator Canada
Answer: Canada customs duty is estimated from customs value, HS-based duty rate, GST/HST or PST/QST planning rates, and entered excise, border, and broker fees, with final amounts confirmed by CBSA or a customs broker.
- Canada duty depends on HS classification, country of origin, tariff treatment, valuation, exchange rate, and CBSA assessment.
- GST is generally 5%, but HST, PST, or QST treatment can vary by province, product, importer status, and recoverability.
- Excise, SIMA duties, surtaxes, penalties, storage, and carrier disbursement are not automatic; enter known amounts only after checking the shipment facts.
- Broker fees and other border fees are planning inputs, not CBSA tariff rates.
- Use this exact-match Canada variant for quick planning, then confirm the final accounting with CBSA resources or a licensed customs broker.
Canada customs duty is estimated from customs value, the duty rate for the HS code and origin, GST/HST or PST/QST planning rates, and entered excise, border, and broker fees, but final amounts must be confirmed by CBSA or a customs broker.
How the calculation works
Enter the customs value in CAD, then enter the duty rate that matches the product’s HS classification, country of origin, and tariff treatment. The calculator multiplies customs value by the duty rate to estimate customs duty.
For tax planning, the calculator builds a tax base from customs value plus duty plus any entered excise or special fee amount. It then applies the editable GST/HST rate and optional PST/QST rate. GST is generally planned at 5%, but province-specific HST, PST, and QST treatment can change the total, so the rates remain editable.
Broker fees, carrier disbursement, known border fees, excise, SIMA duties, surtaxes, storage, or other special charges are entered as fixed amounts. These fields are planning inputs, not CBSA tariff rates.
Formula: duty = customs value x duty rate; tax base = customs value + duty + excise or special fees; GST/HST = tax base x GST/HST rate; PST/QST = tax base x PST/QST rate; total import charges = duty + taxes + entered fees + broker fee.
Use this exact-match Canada variant for quick planning. For a fuller Canada import model that separates goods value, freight, insurance, dutiable additions, excise rate, and landed cost, use the related Canada import duty and tax calculator.
FAQ
How do I calculate customs duty in Canada?
Estimate the customs value, multiply it by the duty rate for the correct HS classification, origin, and tariff treatment, then add GST/HST, optional PST/QST, excise or special fees, border fees, and broker fees.
What duty rate should I enter?
Enter the duty rate confirmed for the product’s HS code, origin, and tariff treatment. CBSA classification and tariff treatment matter, so do not use a generic rate for final filing.
Is GST always 5% on imports into Canada?
GST is generally 5%, but HST, PST, and QST treatment can vary by province, product, importer status, and tax recovery position. This calculator keeps those rates editable for planning.
Are all goods entering Canada subject to duty and taxes?
CBSA states that goods entering Canada may be subject to duty and taxes unless exempt. Exemptions, origin claims, tariff treatment, and product-specific rules must be confirmed before relying on an estimate.
What is customs value for this calculator?
Use the CAD value that you want to test as the customs value. If you need to build customs value from goods value, freight, insurance, and dutiable additions, use the related Canada import duty and tax calculator.
Should broker fees be included in customs duty?
No. Broker fees are service charges, not customs duty. They are included as a separate cash-outlay input because they affect the total amount an importer may need to pay.
When should I enter excise or special fees?
Enter a fixed amount when you already know that excise, SIMA duty, surtax, penalty, carrier disbursement, or another special charge applies. Do not assume these fees apply to every shipment.
Can this calculator tell me the final CBSA amount?
No. Final amounts depend on classification, valuation, origin, tariff treatment, exchange rate, tax treatment, and CBSA assessment. A customs broker should confirm filing values and chargeability.
Comparison
| Canada planning item | How this calculator treats it | Conservative caveat |
|---|---|---|
| Customs value | Entered directly in CAD | CBSA valuation rules control the final value |
| Customs duty | Customs value x duty rate | Rate depends on HS code, origin, and tariff treatment |
| GST/HST | Applied to customs value + duty + entered excise or special fees | GST is generally 5%, while HST varies by province |
| PST/QST | Optional editable rate | Provincial treatment varies by province, product, and importer facts |
| Excise or special fees | Entered as a fixed amount | Confirm excise, SIMA, surtax, and product-specific rules |
| Other border fees | Entered as a fixed amount | Carrier, disbursement, storage, and inspection charges vary |
| Broker fee | Entered separately | Service cost, not a CBSA duty rate |
| Canonical Canada model | Related calculator | Use it when freight, insurance, and dutiable additions need separate lines |
Dated facts
As of May 13, 2026, CBSA guidance says goods entering Canada may be subject to duty and taxes unless an exemption applies, so a Canada duty estimate should not be treated as a final accounting amount.
As of May 13, 2026, GST is generally 5% for Canadian import planning, while HST, PST, or QST treatment can vary by province, product, importer status, and recoverability.
As of May 13, 2026, Canada duty depends on tariff classification, country of origin, tariff treatment, customs valuation, exchange rate, and CBSA assessment rather than a universal customs duty percentage.
Frequently asked questions
- How does this Canada customs duty calculator work?
- Enter customs value, duty rate, GST/HST rate, optional PST/QST rate, known excise or special fees, border fees, and broker fee. The tool estimates duty, taxes, fees, total import charges, and landed cost.
- What duty rate should I use for Canada?
- Use the rate tied to the product HS classification, origin, and tariff treatment. The calculator keeps the rate editable because Canada does not have one universal customs duty rate.
- Is GST always 5% on Canadian imports?
- GST is generally 5%, but province-specific HST, PST, or QST treatment can change the total tax scenario, so the calculator keeps tax rates editable.
- Does this replace the canonical Canada import duty and tax calculator?
- No. This is an exact-match Canada customs duty variant related to the broader Canada import duty and tax calculator for users searching this wording.
- Are broker fees included?
- Yes. Broker fee is included as a separate cash-outlay input because it affects landed cost but is not a CBSA duty rate.