Enter the tariff code
Use the HS code from your invoice, prior entries, or product classification work.
Free Online Tool — Canada Customs Tariff Lookup
Canada Customs Tariff — HS Code & Duty Rate Lookup
Enter an HS code to review the Canadian tariff rate, trade-agreement preference options, and tariff treatment for imported goods.
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Use the lookup tool to check Canadian tariff rates
Search by HS code to review the standard Canadian tariff rate and see whether a trade agreement rate may apply to your product.
Review the returned rate
Check the MFN duty rate and any available preferential treatment under trade agreements.
Confirm before filing
If the code or tariff treatment is uncertain, get classification support before submitting an entry.
Using the results
How to interpret what the tariff lookup returns
Step 1
MFN duty rate
This is the standard duty rate used when no preferential trade agreement claim applies.
Step 2
Trade agreement rates
Lower rates may apply under CUSMA, CPTPP, CETA, or other agreements if origin requirements are met.
Step 3
When to get help
If the HS code or tariff treatment is uncertain, confirm the classification before filing a customs entry.
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How to calculate the duty you'll owe
Once you have the duty rate from the lookup tool above, calculating the duty owed is a simple formula: value for duty × duty rate = duty owed. GST or HST is then applied on top of the value for duty plus the duty amount.
1. Value for duty
Start with the price paid for the goods, converted to Canadian dollars at the applicable exchange rate.
2. Apply the duty rate
Multiply the value for duty by the tariff rate for your HS code. Example: $10,000 × 5% = $500 in duty.
3. Add GST/HST
GST or HST is calculated on the value for duty plus the duty owed, added on top to reach the total landed cost.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers for importers evaluating customs brokerage, CARM compliance, and duty management options in Canada.
What is the Canada customs tariff?
The Canada customs tariff is the official schedule of duty rates applied to imported goods entering Canada, administered by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Every commercially imported product is assigned a 10-digit tariff classification number that determines its applicable duty rate, trade agreement eligibility (CUSMA, CPTPP, CETA), and any surtax exposure.
How do I find the duty rate for my product?
Enter your product's HS code (Harmonized System code) into the tariff lookup tool above. The tool searches Canada's customs tariff schedule and returns the applicable Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) duty rate, preferential rates under trade agreements, and any special surtaxes. If you are unsure of your HS code, Ezcustoms can classify your goods correctly.
What is the difference between MFN and preferential duty rates?
The Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) rate is the standard duty rate applied to goods from countries that do not have a free trade agreement with Canada. Preferential rates — such as those under CUSMA (Canada-US-Mexico), CPTPP (Trans-Pacific), or CETA (Canada-EU) — are lower rates available to goods that originate in qualifying countries and meet the agreement's rules of origin.
Does CUSMA/USMCA affect my duty rate?
Yes. Goods originating in the United States or Mexico may qualify for preferential duty rates under CUSMA (Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement). To claim the CUSMA rate, goods must meet the agreement's rules of origin requirements and the importer must have a valid certificate of origin on file. Ezcustoms can assess CUSMA eligibility for your products.
Can Ezcustoms help if I'm unsure about my HS code?
Yes. Ezcustoms provides HS tariff classification services for Canadian importers. Our team reviews your product specifications, material content, and intended use to assign the correct 10-digit Canadian tariff classification number. Contact us for classification support.
How do I calculate the customs duty I'll owe on an import into Canada?
Duty owed is calculated by multiplying the value for duty (generally the price paid for the goods, converted to Canadian dollars) by the applicable tariff rate for that HS code. For example, a $10,000 shipment with a 5% MFN duty rate would owe $500 in duty. GST (or HST, depending on the province of release) is then calculated on top of the value for duty plus the duty amount, so the total landed cost is typically higher than the duty alone. Use the lookup tool above to find the exact rate for your HS code.
Does Canada charge GST or HST on top of customs duty?
Yes. In addition to any applicable duty, most commercial imports into Canada are subject to GST (5%) or the harmonized HST rate for the province of release, calculated on the value for duty plus the duty owed. Some goods may also carry additional excise taxes or surtaxes depending on the product and country of origin.
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Need help confirming an HS code or tariff treatment?
If the lookup result is not enough for your shipment, Ezcustoms can help confirm classification, duty exposure, and the right next step before filing.