I found some more information, although it has already been stated in this thread.
In summary: It will be of no benefit to declare the item as a gift since it is above the duty-exempt value of $60 (per item). Furthermore, it may be eligible for duty free status as it was made in the USA(per NAFTA). Additionally, if the item is exempted from duty, there will be no $5 handling charge for it.
Unfortunately, I cannot find the criteria to determine that the "may" is, in fact, a certainty with this item in particular. It would suck to have to get the board and then pay an additional 8% on $600.
I appreciate all the help!
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