Taxes on a Hipobuy parcel to the United States
The US has no VAT, but duties apply to imports from China and couriers may add brokerage fees. Since 2025, low-value parcels no longer enter duty-free, which is why duties-paid lines are worth their higher price.
| Example basket | Amount |
|---|---|
| Two hoodies and a pair of trainers | €80 |
| Shipping quote | €22 |
| Duty | Depends on tariff code; included on DDP lines |
Who delivers in New York
Lines to the United States usually hand over to USPS, UPS or FedEx depending on the line. The handover is where tracking can go quiet for a few days; that is normal. Once the local carrier has the parcel, its own website shows more detail than the agent's tracking page.
What buyers in the United States search for
For US buyers the big change was the end of the $800 de minimis exemption for small parcels in 2025. Duties now apply to goods from China, and couriers may collect them on delivery with a brokerage fee. DDP lines include the duty in the shipping price. Check the line description before paying.
A recent one-star Trustpilot review from a US buyer described about $200 in shipping, a month-long estimate and an account lockout. Use a unique password, keep receipts, and choose lines with full tracking.
Choosing a line
For a first parcel, choose a line that includes duties (DDP) and full tracking. Postal lines are cheaper but slower and may leave taxes to be collected at the door. Express couriers are fastest and often add a clearance fee. Use Hipobuy's Rehearsal Parcel to confirm the packed weight before choosing. Full details: Hipobuy shipping.
Delivery times
Count 3 to 5 days for sellers to reach Hipobuy's warehouse, a day or two for inspection, your time to approve, packing, then transit. Tax-included lines to Europe commonly take ten to twenty days in transit; peaks in November and around Chinese New Year add a week or more.
Paying and protection
Pay by a method that allows disputes, keep your Hipobuy balance low and keep order numbers until the parcel arrives. Hipobuy's insurance covers loss, damage and customs seizure under its compensation standards, with claims within 7 days of delivery or 45 days of dispatch. Trademark-infringing goods can be seized and are excluded from compensation.
Other agents popular in the United States
Compare Hipobuy with the agents the United States buyers also use on our status list, and estimate your own basket with the landed-cost calculator. Return to the Hipobuy spreadsheet to pick items.
Returns from New York
Once a parcel has left China, returns are rarely practical: shipping back costs more than most items are worth, and sellers rarely accept international returns. That is why the inspection step and Hipobuy's 5-day return window matter so much. Check everything while it is still in the warehouse. If something arrives damaged, photograph it at once and use Hipobuy's insurance process within 7 days of delivery.
Before you order to New York
Check that your delivery address is complete and written in the format local carriers expect, including a phone number. Many delays at the last step come from missing flat numbers or names that do not match the mailbox. Add your phone number to the parcel so the carrier can reach you if customs needs anything.
For any question about delivery to New York that this guide does not answer, our WhatsApp contact can quote a parcel delivered to your address before you buy.
Planning several orders a year? Keep your delivery details and favourite lines saved in your Hipobuy account to speed things up.
Questions people ask
Do I pay customs on Hipobuy parcels to the United States?
Yes. Duties apply to goods from China since de minimis ended in 2025; DDP lines include them.
How long does Hipobuy take to New York?
Roughly 2 to 4 weeks from order to door on a standard tax-included line, depending on seller speed and season.
Which carrier delivers in the United States?
Usually USPS, UPS or FedEx depending on the line.
Can I avoid paying at the door?
Choose a line that includes taxes. Never under-declare a parcel; it is illegal and leads to seizure or fines.