Custom/Tax/Duty
Wouldn’t You Like Someone Else to Fill in all the Customs, Tax and Duty Paperwork?
Many people are put off importing by the minefield of customs clearance, tax, duty, and commodity codes.
As an EASY IMEX member we arrange for your goods to be cleared through customs and handle all paperwork on your behalf, we take care of all tax and duty and handle the whole lot in the most cost effective way.
In short, as a member of EASY IMEX you don’t have to worry about this anymore.
We will explain and educate you how it all works as we believe that in order to build the best trading relationships an appreciation of how each other’s business works goes a long way.
If you are an experienced importer and wish to handle your own imports, naturally this is fine with us.
Nick Young of Paisley Mobility Centre, in the Shanghai office with his account manager Morin and Easy Imex CEO Adam Gilbourne. Nick Says "IF I HADN'T COME ACROSS EASY IMEX I WOULD NOW BE PAYING DOUBLE PRICES FOR THE SAME GOODS HERE IN THE UK." If you would like to hear what other Easy Imex members have to say CLICK HERE.
Using Easy Imex’s services has saved me a lot of stress too. All verifications, paperwork, customs, security and taxes etc have all been sorted for me, which is a very stressful part of importing goods. It’s useful being a member of Easy Imex as they can help with pretty much anything I need."
Nick Smith, Guildford, Surrey - UK
Do You Need An Import License?
There is no such thing as an import license. However certain goods require import permits before they will be allowed in your country. We advise all members when they require import permits, however, usually you don’t.
Products such as cars, motorbikes, off road bikes, or biological items like fish food or tea – are all examples of products requiring licences.
When we first started with EASY IMEX we were a little concerned about depositing monies into an overseas bank account as we had been defrauded of a substantial amount money in the past. Our fears were soon put to rest.
EASY IMEX offers support and service that is second to none. Adam’s staff are dedicated to getting the end result you expect. It’s so much easier to deal with people who speak English.
We were having trouble with a company who claimed we were in breach of their copyright and trademark. Fortunately for us Adam’s experience enabled him to sort out the problem and prove they were incorrect in the way they were treating us. Had we been dealing with another agency in China we would have been left on our own and I am not sure we could have reached a positive outcome.”
Larry and Susan Becroft, Online Sellers
Nowra, NSW, Australia
How Duty & Tax is Calculated – Australia
In Australia you must pay 10% GST for any order over $1,000. The only time you don’t pay GST is when buying less than $1,000 of goods.
Duty depends on the particular product and usually ranges from 0-10%. The Australian government has a long book, which details individual product duty rates. They are usually about 5% and are paid once your goods arrive in Australia.
How Tax & Duty is Calculated – UK
In the UK you must pay 20% VAT on the cost of your goods from the supplier. Duty is different for each product and the UK government has a large commodity code book, which details individual product duty rates. These are usually 0-10%.
By using EASY IMEX it has allowed me to grow my business, and take away the hassle of product sourcing and delivery, making dealing with China a very easy and painless experience. 2 years ago I never would have thought it was possible but now, it just seems like a walk in the park to place orders.
In November my goods were arriving and presented with my shipping, VAT, Customs, and delivery charge invoice, meaning that all I then needed to do was wait for my goods to be unloaded, taken through customs and then split from the other goods in the mixed container ready to be delivered to me (on a date that suited me) from the Logistics company.
Overall it was a seamless transaction from start to finish, and with my prices already worked out I knew my profit margins before the good even arrived.”
Andrew Campbell, AMC Sports
Portsmouth, UK
Does My Product Have to Comply With Australian or European Regulations?
Yes, in many cases there are specific regulations you’ll need to comply with. This means finding a supplier in China who is certified to meet the regulatory requirements in your country.
Easy Imex is very experienced across a broad range of products and always uses suppliers who meet the standards set in your country.
When Do You Pay Tax, Duty & Customs Clearances?
You will not need to pay tax, duty and customs clearance until your goods arrive in your country. You will be invoiced once they arrive and your goods will not be released until customs, tax and duty is paid.
As first time importers we had no idea of the requirements of negotiating orders, ordering samples and international shipping and customs. Easy Imex helped us to successfully place our first orders and navigate the difficulties of importing”.
Steve Klein, Dilibag, Adelaide, Australia
Easy Imex have always been trustworthy and reliable in ALL their dealings with our company. We appreciate that Adam and the Easy Imex team conduct their business in this way. As importing is a business that has to be built on Absolute Trust.
I have learned there can be some quite disreputable operators out there – thank god for Easy Imex."
Peter Thompson, Vermarid Manufacturing, Hawkesbury Heights NSW 2777 Australia
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We welcome all enquiries so please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. A team member will respond within 24 hours.
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