Duties & Taxes
Quick version: we ship from Japan, and we don't collect duties or taxes at checkout. If your country charges import fees, the courier collects them from you when your package arrives — that money goes to your government, not to us, and we have no control over the amount.
Last updated: August 2026. Trade regulations change frequently — please consult your local customs authority for the most current information before ordering.
Here's what customers in our main markets typically see:
| Region | Duty-free under | Taxes that always apply |
|---|---|---|
| US | None (as of Aug 2025) | Duties apply to every order |
| UK | £135 | VAT, on everything |
| EU | None (as of July 2026) | VAT, on everything |
| Australia | AUD 1,000 | GST, sometimes |
| Canada | CAD 20 | GST/HST, plus PST in some provinces |
Shipping to the US
Since August 2025, every US order gets charged import duty, regardless of size — the old $800 free pass is gone. Budget for roughly 15–18% on top of your order, though that number is genuinely in flux right now thanks to ongoing trade litigation, so treat it as a ballpark rather than a promise. FedEx or DHL collects it when your package lands. Want the details? We keep a running breakdown on our US tariff blog post.
Shipping to the UK
Orders under £135 skip customs duty entirely. VAT still applies no matter what you order, collected by the courier at delivery. This £135 break is on its way out — the UK government has it slated for removal by October 2028 at the latest — but for now, the threshold holds. Full details on the official UK government page.
Shipping to Australia
Good news here: most orders under AUD 1,000 arrive duty-free, and most ChokeSports customers in Australia don't see extra charges at all. GST can apply depending on the product. More from the Australian Border Force.
Shipping to Canada
Canada's threshold is low — just CAD 20 — so realistically, almost every order will pick up some duty and tax. Expect GST/HST, and PST too depending on your province. Collected by the courier on delivery. Details from the Canada Border Services Agency.
Shipping to the EU
As of July 1, 2026, the old EUR 150 duty-free exemption is gone. Every order under EUR 150 now picks up a small flat €3 duty per item (charged per product type, not per box) — that's a temporary rate running through July 2028. VAT still applies as always, and orders over EUR 150 follow standard duty rates based on the product. More from the EU Commission.
One more thing
Trade rules shift often and without warning, so we can't guarantee exact charges — the numbers above are our best current read, not a quote. If you're ordering something time-sensitive or high-value, it's worth a quick check with your local customs office or a broker beforehand.
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