Duties & tax thresholds

Shipping to Singapore

Duties & tax thresholds

• GST Relief Threshold: Parcels with a total CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) value of SGD 400 or less are exempt from GST.
• Over Threshold (› SGD 400): Subject to 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Shipping to Thailand

Duties & tax thresholds

• Duty Threshold Update: Effective 1 January 2026, Thailand has removed its import duty exemption threshold.
• Applicable Tax: Import duty and 7% VAT apply to ALL shipments with a declared value exceeding THB 1.
• Duty Rates: Specific rates depend on the item's commodity classification and HS Code.

Shipping to Malaysia

Duties & tax thresholds

Import Threshold Rule: Shipments entering Malaysia are exempt from duties and import tax only if they meet both conditions below:

• Total CIF Value is under MYR 500, AND
• Total Gross Weight is under 30 kg

Above MYR 500 or 30 kg: Shipments are subject to standard Malaysian import duties and Sales & Service Tax (SST) based on the item's 10-digit HS code.

Customs documentation & HS codes

• 10-Digit HS Code: The first 6 digits represent the international standard; the final 4 digits are Malaysia-specific. Malaysian Customs reserves the right to amend declared codes.
• Required Documentation: Commercial Invoice & Packing List (CIPL), Proof of Purchase (PoP / TT Slip), and Product Brochure (if requested by customs).
• Cosmetics Clearance (NPRA): Cosmetics listed in the NPRA database must have an authorized Responsible Person (RP) and a Notification Note (NOT) filed in the QUEST 3+ system prior to import.
• Other Agencies (OGA): Controlled goods require import permits from relevant Malaysian government bodies.

Shipping to Malaysia

Duties & tax thresholds

• Free Port Policy: Hong Kong is a free port and imposes no tariffs, duties, or general sales taxes on the vast majority of imported goods.
• Commodity-Based Regulations: Import regulations, licensing, and excise controls are strictly based on the specific commodity being shipped rather than shipment value.

The information provided serves as a general guide for cross-border shipping and is subject to updates by destination customs authorities. Specific duties, taxes, and permit requirements depend on final customs assessments upon arrival. For official inquiries, duty clarifications, or regulatory updates, please consult the respective national authorities directly.