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Old 08-29-2017, 02:07 PM   #5653
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Originally Posted by Hack&Lube View Post
Duty depends on the shipping method used. The paid duty option is likely UPS or Fedex's premium duty inclusive global express method.

The next option for delivery by Canada post is much, much more unlikely to attract any duties/taxes unless opened/inspected by customs.

The last couple options are all standard cheaper UPS/FEDEX. You can almost always expect duties if you ship cross border using a courier service rather than the postal service because of private customs brokerages.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/s...geInfoPage.jsp
I've also gotten dinged for customs on delivery by Canada Post, but agree is much less likely. Doesn't it depend on category of parts/apparel you're ordering as well?
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