How do I know how much I'll need to pay in duties or taxes?
When it comes to estimating the amount of customs duties and taxes you'll need to pay, it's best to consult a licensed customs broker as we can't confirm the exact amount for your shipment. They will be able to provide you with an accurate estimate.
Customs duties/ taxes are governmental fees that you need to pay when your goods arrive at the destination port (and they're not included as part of our Quotes). To understand what you’ll need to pay, you should consult a licensed customs broker.
In the meantime, you can try this duty estimator tool. To get an estimate, you need to know your commodity’s HS code, which you can get from your supplier.
To check the current tariff of your commodity for imports from China to the US, check out the official Government Harmonized Tariff Schedule site.
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