Purchase from Canada


Hi.

I (in New York) would like to purchase an amp from a Canadian audiogoner and am wondering whether the transaction will attract customs duties, etc.

In the past, I sold a piece to a Candian audiogoner and the poor guy had the speakers stuck at custom for a month and ended up having to pay something like 20% duty.  Is the same thing going to happen to me?

Thanks,

tropicana20 (lenny miles)


tropicana20

Showing 2 responses by bigtwin

@ tropicana20   When importing stereo equipment into Canada, we are only charged a sales tax.  That would be 5% - 15% depending on the Province.  My suspicion is the U.S. would be similar.  I'm sure the info would be available on the net or with a phone call to your local tax office?     
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