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Vietnamese Sneaker Import Calculator (Canada)
Sneakers, 12 pairs per carton, at an example $14 a pair. CPTPP takes the 18% duty to zero.
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Checked 2026-10-01 against the official tariff
- HS code (destination tariff)
- 6404.11.99.90
- MFN / general rate
- 18%
- Preferential rate
- Free — CPTPPCondition: CPTPP certification of origin (tariff treatment CPTPT).
- Import VAT / GST
- 5%5% GST at import; provincial HST (13–15%) or PST depends on where the goods are sold.
- Additional duties
- None in force on the check date
Duty stack on the preset (% of customs value)
| Without preference | With CPTPP | |
|---|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 18% | 0% |
| Customs duty | 18% | 0% |
| Import VAT / GST on value + duty (5%) | +5.9% | +5% |
| Duty + import tax | 23.9% | 5% |
Duty here is a % of customs value, which this country assesses on FOB value (international freight excluded). The calculator below applies the duty % to goods + freight, so it errs on the high side.
Freight is an input, not a quoted figure: the calculator starts at a placeholder $0.40/kg — replace it with your forwarder's quote.
Preset starting value. Replace it with the rate from your destination's HS-code lookup (US: HTS, EU: TARIC, UK: HMRC).
Enter supplier cost and freight in USD. Results are converted to your display currency at the static reference rate shown below.
Rate used: 1 USD = 1.37 CAD (reference table, 2026-09-01). Static snapshot — confirm the live rate with your bank before committing to a purchase order.
Suggested retail (per unit)
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Same shipment, three Incoterms. The total you end up paying barely moves; what changes is how much sits on the supplier’s invoice and how much lands on you later as freight, duty and tax.
| Incoterm | Supplier invoices you | You still pay | Total landed | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOBGoods on board at origin port. You arrange and pay freight, insurance, duty, tax and clearance. | CA$23,016.00 | CA$2,398.37 | CA$25,414.37 | CA$21.18 |
| CIFGoods, freight and insurance to destination port. Duty, tax and clearance are still yours. | CA$24,008.45 | CA$1,405.92 | CA$25,414.37 | CA$21.18 |
| DDPDelivered to your door, duty and tax paid by the supplier. Nothing left to pay on arrival. | CA$25,414.37 | CA$0.00 | CA$25,414.37 | CA$21.18 |
Import VAT / GST is usually reclaimable if you are registered — it is a cash-flow cost, not a margin cost.
About this lane
Canada protects footwear with an 18% MFN rate on sports shoes with textile uppers (6404.11.99.90). Vietnam and Canada are both CPTPP members, and under tariff treatment CPTPT the same pairs enter free. It is the largest single saving among the lanes on this site.
The importer needs a CPTPP certification of origin, which the exporter, producer or importer can complete, and the shoe must meet the CPTPP rule of origin for Chapter 64. GST of 5% is collected at import; HST or PST is a provincial matter. Training and running shoes use 6404.11.99.21 and .22 at the same rates.
FAQ
What is Canada's duty on sneakers from Vietnam?
Free under CPTPP (CPTPT) with a valid certification of origin; 18% MFN otherwise (6404.11.99.90, Customs Tariff 2026, checked 2026-10-01).
Who can complete the CPTPP certification of origin?
The exporter, producer or importer, as long as they hold records showing the shoe meets the rule of origin.
Which taxes apply at the border?
5% GST on the value for duty plus any duty. Provincial HST or PST depends on where you sell.
How does volumetric weight (CBM) affect landed cost for Vietnamese Sneaker Import Calculator (Canada)?
Volumetric weight converts box dimensions (L × W × H in cm) ÷ 5,000 into chargeable kilograms. Ocean LCL and air freight bill on whichever is higher between actual gross weight and volumetric weight, so low-density bulky goods inflate landed cost even when light.
How is landed cost and recommended retail margin calculated?
Landed cost = (FOB unit cost × MOQ) + chargeable freight + (FOB + freight) × duty rate. Retail price for an X% margin = landed cost ÷ (1 − X/100). At 45% margin, every $1 of landed cost requires $1.82 of retail price.
What is the standard volumetric divisor and when does it change?
Default is 5,000 cm³/kg, used for general air freight consolidation and ocean LCL. Some express airlines use 6,000; domestic couriers use 4,000–5,000. If your forwarder applies a different divisor, manually adjust the chargeable weight.
What's the difference between Incoterms FOB, CIF, and DDP?
FOB (Free On Board): the seller delivers to the origin port; the buyer pays freight and insurance. CIF (Cost Insurance Freight): the seller covers freight and insurance to the destination port, but you handle customs clearance and last-mile. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): the seller delivers to your door with all duties paid — most expensive but simplest.
Which payment method is safest for a first international B2B order?
Small orders (under $10K): T/T 30% deposit + 70% against B/L copy. Medium ($10–50K): L/C (letter of credit) with the bank as escrow. Large (over $50K): escrow via Alibaba Trade Assurance or pre-shipment inspection (PSI). Never pay 100% upfront on a first transaction.