Canada to US, the VAT is based on the item’s country of origin.
I purchased an Audio Note dac from a Canadian dealer, he calculated the approximate tax for a UK product and shipped it. Fine. Then UPS knocks on my door and wants me to pay the VAT, cash only.
The amount was ok, but I didn’t have any cash.
I assume in a private sale such as yours, the seller will fill out a customs form and declare the value. I know it's important that the amp be described as a used item. I believe new and used sales are treated differently.
I purchased an Audio Note dac from a Canadian dealer, he calculated the approximate tax for a UK product and shipped it. Fine. Then UPS knocks on my door and wants me to pay the VAT, cash only.
The amount was ok, but I didn’t have any cash.
I assume in a private sale such as yours, the seller will fill out a customs form and declare the value. I know it's important that the amp be described as a used item. I believe new and used sales are treated differently.