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Do I have to pay duty if I import something for my personal use?

Do I have to pay duty if I import something for my personal use?
Generally, the same duties are charged on imports for personal use and for commercial imports. However, chapter 98 has exceptions for some circumstances, such as personal shipments valued at $800.00 or less (the “de minimis” exemption – which is a figure set by Congress), goods that travelers returning to the U.S. have with them, and goods imported for those moving back to the U.S. See this website for more information.