Work out excise duty instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Excise can be charged on value, on quantity, or on both. Ad valorem duty rises with price while specific duty per unit does not, so the effective burden on cheap goods is heavier under a specific regime.
Excise duty
Duty = assessable value × rate + quantity × specific duty per unit
Tax figures are estimates based on the rates, caps and thresholds you enter. Real rules differ by jurisdiction and change every year, and personal circumstances alter the outcome. This is not tax or financial advice — confirm with a qualified adviser.
It is simple to police and resists undervaluation, which is why it is common on tobacco, alcohol and fuel.
Usually the transaction value at the factory gate, excluding transport and post-clearance charges.