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Customs Duties and Taxes
Last updated: July 25, 2025
This page outlines the tax and customs duties policy applicable to customers in the United States, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, and South Korea when purchasing from www.cosmedeparis.com.
United States
- Marketplace Facilitator Tax (Effective May 2025): Shopify automatically calculates and collects applicable sales taxes on behalf of sellers in many U.S. states, as required by law.
- De Minimis Rule: Items valued at USD $800 or less for personal use are exempt from customs duties.
- Product Category: Some products, such as cosmetics and supplements, may be subject to additional regulations or inspection.
- Sales Tax: Rates vary by state and may be applied automatically at checkout.
- Customs Processing Fees: May be charged by couriers or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for certain shipments.
- VAT: French VAT is not charged on exports to the U.S.; only local U.S. taxes are applied.
Hong Kong SAR
- No Import VAT or GST: Hong Kong does not impose VAT, GST, or general sales tax on imported personal-use goods.
- Duty-Free: Most products, including cosmetics, are exempt from import duties.
- Exceptions: Duties may apply to restricted items (e.g., alcohol, tobacco).
- Delivery Charges: Some couriers may charge handling or brokerage fees separately.
Singapore
- GST on Imports: As of 2024, imported goods valued above SGD $400 are subject to 9% GST.
- Duties: Most personal-use items (e.g., cosmetics and skincare) are not dutiable.
- Declared Value: Customs requires that the value includes Cost + Insurance + Freight (CIF).
- Collection: GST may be collected by shipping providers on behalf of Singapore Customs.
South Korea
- Import Taxes and Duties: Depending on the value of your order and South Korean customs regulations, imported goods may be subject to VAT (Value Added Tax) and import duties.
- VAT: A 10% VAT is typically applied to imports valued above KRW 150,000. This may include product cost, shipping, and insurance (CIF).
- Duties: Most personal-use products such as cosmetics and supplements are not subject to duties, but some exceptions may apply.
- Declared Value: Customs requires declared value to include Cost + Insurance + Freight.
- Collection: VAT or duties may be collected by the delivery provider on behalf of Korean customs.
Canada
Import Duties and Taxes: Depending on the value and nature of your order, Canadian customs may impose Goods and Services Tax (GST), Provincial Sales Tax (PST), or Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). The applicable rates vary by province.
De Minimis Threshold: For personal imports, goods valued at CAD $20 or less are generally exempt from duties and taxes.
Declared Value: Customs declarations must include the total value of goods, shipping, and insurance (CIF).
Brokerage Fees: Couriers (such as Canada Post or private carriers) may charge additional brokerage or processing fees upon delivery.
VAT: French VAT is not applied to exports to Canada.
Duties: Most cosmetics and supplements for personal use are duty-free, but certain products may be subject to inspection or additional charges depending on classification.