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🇨🇳 China Statutory Tax Guide

China Tax Brackets & Rates (2026)

Comprehensive statutory tax rates, withholding thresholds, social contributions, and deduction rules governed by State Taxation Administration (STA).

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📜 Statutory Authority & Legal Framework

In China, personal income taxation is administered by the State Taxation Administration (STA) under the authority of Individual Income Tax Law of the PRC.

China progressive 7-tier monthly IIT brackets (3% to 45%) after 5,000 RMB deduction with ~10.5% social insurance.

📊 2026 Progressive Marginal Tax Brackets

ISO: CNY
Income Bracket (¥) Marginal Tax Rate Bracket Type
0 – 3,000 RMB (3%) 3.0% Tier 1
3,001 – 12,000 RMB (10%) 10.0% Tier 2
12,001 – 25,000 RMB (20%) 20.0% Tier 3
25,001 – 35,000 RMB (25%) 25.0% Tier 4
35,001 – 55,000 RMB (30%) 30.0% Tier 5
55,001 – 80,000 RMB (35%) 35.0% Tier 6
Over 80,000 RMB (45%) 45.0% Tier 7

🛡️ Mandatory Social Security & Pension Contributions

Social Insurance

Employee Share: 10.5%
Employer Share: 28.0%
Wage Cap: ¥ 360,000

Frequently Asked Questions: China Taxation

What are the income tax brackets in China?

China operates a progressive tax system administered by State Taxation Administration (STA) under Individual Income Tax Law of the PRC.

What social security or pension contributions apply in China?

Mandatory contributions include: Social Insurance (10.5%).