AllChinaBuy Canada customs & CBSA 2026
Import duties, GST/HST and carrier handling for parcels from China.
Shipping rep hauls from AllChinaBuy's Guangzhou warehouse to Canada means dealing with CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency) before your parcel reaches your door. This guide covers duties, GST/HST, de minimis thresholds and what Canadian buyers on r/FashionReps actually pay in 2026.
CBSA import basics for Canadian buyers
When your AllChinaBuy parcel crosses into Canada, CBSA assesses:
- Customs duty — typically 0–18% depending on HS code (footwear ~18%, most clothing ~16–18%)
- GST/HST — 5% GST federally, plus provincial HST/PST where applicable (ON 13% HST, BC 12% GST+PST, QC 14.975%)
- Carrier brokerage fee — Canada Post ~C$9–15, DHL/Courier ~C$15–25 if they clear customs for you
Declared value & AllChinaBuy invoices
AllChinaBuy lets you set declared value at shipping checkout. Canadian buyers typically declare 60–80% of actual value — this is a community norm, not official advice. CBSA can re-assess based on product type; undervaluation risks seizure on inspection.
Keep your AllChinaBuy QC photos and payment screenshots — if CBSA questions the declared value, you have evidence of actual purchase price.
Best shipping lines to Canada
From AllChinaBuy warehouse to Canadian addresses:
- Canada Post / EMS — 10–20 days, best value for 1–3 kg hauls (~C$25–45)
- DHL Express — 5–10 days, reliable tracking, higher cost (~C$50–90 for 2 kg)
- Sal/economy lines — 15–30 days, cheapest but limited tracking
Use our Canada shipping calculator to compare lines in CAD before approving your parcel.
Provincial GST/HST quick reference
| Province | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 13% HST | Most common for rep buyers |
| British Columbia | 12% | GST 5% + PST 7% |
| Alberta | 5% GST only | Lowest tax province |
| Quebec | 14.975% | GST + QST |
What if CBSA holds my parcel?
You'll receive a notice from Canada Post or the courier with a payment link for duties/taxes. Pay within 7 days to avoid return-to-sender. Tracking updates to "held by customs" — this is normal, not a seizure. Contact AllChinaBuy support with your tracking number if stuck 10+ days.