Effective from August 2025, all Bulldog Models orders shipped to the USA and Canada are now subject to new import tariffs. These changes affect every parcel, no matter the value, and apply across all categories of goods shipped internationally.
What Has Changed?
The U.S. government has removed the $800 duty-free threshold (known as the de-minimis exemption). This means:
- Every parcel shipped from the UK into the USA now faces an import duty.
- For UK-made products like Bulldog Models’ jigs, glue holders, and tool stands, the tariff is approximately 10% of the declared value.
- Canada also applies import duties and taxes, though rates can vary by province.
What Does That Mean for Your Order?
At Bulldog Models we use Royal Mail International Tracked with their PDDP (Postal Delivery Duties Paid) service. This ensures:
- All tariffs are prepaid when your parcel leaves the UK.
- You will not be billed at the door or by customs in the USA or Canada.
- Royal Mail handles the duty payment directly with customs, making the process smooth and predictable.
For example:
- A £20 glue holder will carry about a £2 duty charge.
- A £40 aircraft jig will carry about a £4 duty charge.
Why Are Tariffs Included in Shipping Costs?
As a small business, we cannot absorb these duties on top of production and shipping costs. Instead, tariffs are built into our shipping rates, meaning:
- You know the full cost up front.
- There are no surprise bills or delays when your parcel enters the USA or Canada.
- Prepaying tariffs through Royal Mail is cheaper and simpler than paying after the parcel arrives at customs.
Summary
All Bulldog Models tools are UK-made and now subject to U.S. and Canadian import duties.
- Duties are around 10% of order value for U.S. shipments.
- All charges are prepaid and included in shipping.
- Customers will not face extra customs bills on delivery.
