DDP Import Cost Calculator
Calculate total landed cost for imports under Delivered Duty Paid terms — including duty, VAT, and shipping.
Results are for general guidance only — not professional advice. Learn more.
How to use this tool
Enter the shipment route and costs:
- Ship From / Ship To: Select origin and destination countries. The calculator pre-fills a typical duty rate for that route and sets the correct VAT/tax rate automatically.
- Import Duty Rate: Pre-populated based on the route. You can override it with the exact rate for your product's HS commodity code — find this using the UK Global Tariff tool at trade.gov.uk.
- Product Cost: The value of the goods as agreed with the supplier.
- Shipping Cost: The freight or courier cost to transport the goods.
- Insurance Cost: Any cargo insurance on the shipment (often 0).
- VAT / Tax Rate: Auto-set based on the destination country. Adjust if your rate differs.
The calculator shows the duty amount, VAT amount, total landed cost, and each cost component as a percentage of the total.
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Frequently asked questions
What is DDP?
Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) is an international trade term where the seller is responsible for delivering goods to the buyer's location and paying all associated costs — including shipping, insurance, import duties, and taxes. From the buyer's perspective, DDP gives a clear total landed cost.
What is import duty?
Import duty (also called customs duty or tariff) is a tax levied by a country's government on goods imported from abroad. The rate varies by product type (classified by HS commodity code) and the country of origin. Rates can range from 0% for many goods to 25%+ for protected industries.
How is VAT calculated on imports?
For UK imports, VAT is calculated on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight) plus the import duty amount. This means VAT is charged on the duty-inclusive value. For example, if goods cost £1,000, shipping is £100, and duty is £110, VAT at 20% is calculated on £1,210, giving a VAT charge of £242.
What is the difference between CIF and DDP?
CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) covers the seller's responsibility up to the destination port — the buyer still handles import customs clearance, duties, and onward delivery. DDP covers everything including duties and delivery to the final destination, making it the most seller-inclusive Incoterm.
How do I find the duty rate for my product?
Duty rates are determined by the HS (Harmonised System) commodity code of your product. In the UK, you can look up rates using the UK Global Online Tariff tool at trade.gov.uk. You will need to know the product's HS code and the country of origin to find the applicable rate.