Import duty on Candles to China (2026)
HS 3406000010 · Source: official China tariff schedule · Updated 2026-06-09
TL;DR
Candles classify under HS 3406000010 in China. Import duty 6.5%. On a $1,000 FOB shipment, total taxes due at import ≈ $204 (effective rate ≈ 20.35%).
Tax breakdown at import
Sample shipment FOB $1,000 (duty basis: CIF)
| Tax | Rate | Amount (USD) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Import duty | 6.5% | $65.33 | |
| VAT | 13% | $139.14 | |
| Total taxes at import | 20.35% | $204.47 | as % of CIF |
China de minimis
No de minimis for general imports; CBEC retail 0% duty within limits
CBEC: ≤CNY 5,000/order, ≤CNY 26,000/year; stable in recent years
No true de minimis. CBEC channel (0% duty, 70% VAT) is the optimal compliant route.
As of 2026-06 · See 13-country de minimis tracker