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Originally Posted by MacDaddy77
Is that per adult?
If I went down with my 3 year old daughter and wife would our limit be $1200.00?
Does this limit only apply to made in North America goods?
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The $400 is per person, including your daughter. Your daughter can't claim alcohol or tobacco.
Regarding the $1200 total, from my experience it's been dependant on the border guard. We've been allowed to combine on one item sometimes, but when I claimed my Samsung LCD which was $1450, I had to pay gst on the $1050. Her $400 didn't count towards the tv, but counted towards other items we purchased. If I recall correctly, we claimed over $1800, and in the end paid the GST just for the $1050. No duty.
So, If your claiming one big item, they may only allow you to combine your $400 each, but may not. But if you buy a few items, then your wife and daughter can claim those. Your wife can claim your recliner, and your daughter the 50 inch tv.
There is a customs tariff document I had a link too, but can't seem to locate it. It stated the duty on items. If I find it, I'll post it.
Also, the exemption limit of $400/48 hrs and $750/7days is on all items. Not just North American made items.