2. The shipment arrives in the US<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The imported goods arrive at the port of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Entry documents are filed<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Those who import to the US need to be registered as an Importer of Record (IOR) with Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The Importer of Record files entry documents for the consignment with the port director at the goods\u2019 port of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. CBP authorizes the delivery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Once the documentation is checked, the delivery is authorized by the CBP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Import tax is paid<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Any fees and duties are paid in the total amount. The value is based on customs paperwork. The minimum taxable value (known as de minimis value) for imported goods in the US is $800. Controlled goods are always taxed, regardless of their value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Cargo examination in the US<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, the cargo may undergo an examination, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- VACIS exam\/X-ray<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- tailgate exam<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- partial exam<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- intensive cargo exams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
7. Release<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The cargo is released, and the products can be circulated in the US market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more details, read our article on clearance in the US<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How long does customs clearance take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Usually, customs clearance takes up to 24 hours. Nevertheless, the customs clearance process can sometimes take several days or weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
US customs tariffs on Chinese goods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The payment of duties (tariffs) is mandatory upon entry. The tariffs are taxes based on the consignment\u2019s commercial value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Customs duties for products imported into the US are available in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule<\/a> (HTS for short). Each 10-digit HTS code<\/a> identifies a product group based on the international Harmonized System developed by the World Customs Organization. Every HTS code (product category) has a customs duty rate. The classification number has to be used on the commercial invoice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where can I find China tariffs for imports to the US?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you source products from China to the US, you need to remember about the additional duty in place, called \u201cSection 301 tariffs\u201d or \u201cChina tariffs.\u201d The additional duty is imposed on about 60% of US imports originating in China. You can download the list of China tariffs<\/a> from the HTS website or check it in the schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
China tariffs: examples<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Women\u2019s suit-type jackets and blazers of wool or fine animal hair, containing 30 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste \n
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- HTS code 6204.31.10.10<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- general duty rate is 7.5%, China tariff rate is 7.5% (so 15% in total)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- Women\u2019s suit-type jackets and blazers of wool or fine animal hair, containing 30 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste \n