Duties and taxes

Who is responsible for payment of duties and taxes?

The payment of duties and taxes are typically the responsibility of the buyer.

How are customs duties calculated?

The calculation of duties depends on the assessable value of a dutiable shipment. For the purpose of this calculation, dutiable goods are given a classification code that is known as the Harmonized System code.

Whether a shipment is a gift or not, it must still go through an import procedure as determined by custom’s law in the destination country. The shipment is cleared through customs based on the origin country, the value and quantity, but not its purpose. Dutiable shipments are subject to a customs duty, which is a tariff or tax imposed on goods when transported across international borders.

This system has been assigned by the World Customs Organization and continues to evolve.


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