Australia to USA Import Duties

All orders shipped from Australia to the USA are subject to a US import tariff. This applies to any parcel crossing the border, not just ours — here's exactly how it works and what you're paying for.

HOW IT'S CALCULATED

Each product carries two components, added together:

• A General Rate, which varies by product — different styles and fabric constructions are classified under different US customs codes, each with its own base rate
• A 12.5% Section 301 Tariff, which currently applies to imports from a number of countries including Australia

Because the General Rate depends on the specific product, the total tariff shown in your cart can vary slightly between styles, even at the same price point.

A WORKED EXAMPLE — ONE PAIR OF DEETEES

Illustrative purposes only. This is not a quote. Your actual tariff is calculated at checkout based on your specific order.

Item value	$46.00 USD
General Rate (25.9%)	$11.91
Section 301 Tariff (12.5%)	$5.75
Total tariff charged	$17.66 USD

That's 38.4% on top of the item price for this style. The General Rate varies by product, so your total may differ for other items in your cart.

HOW IT'S CHARGED

You'll see this as its own line item at checkout, alongside your product total and shipping. We use Zonos, a customs and duty specialist, to calculate the correct amount for your specific order and pay it to the US Federal Government on your behalf before your parcel leaves Australia.

Because it's paid up front, you shouldn't be asked for anything further when your parcel arrives — no surprise bill at the door, no held package waiting on payment.

QUESTIONS

If anything about your order's duty charge looks off, or you'd just like it explained in plain English, email us at adam@sluggers.com.au — we're happy to walk you through it.

Ad Butler
Founder, Sluggers