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HOW TO DECLARE THE VALUE OF YOUR GOODS

Customs use the product value to clear your goods and determine the duties and
taxes. That's why it's important to state it clearly on the paperwork and ensure
it's correct. Bear in mind, that a product may be assigned different values in
different situations. It's important to understand the differences and declare
the right amount on your customs paperwork.



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WHAT IS THE DECLARED VALUE?

It’s the transaction value. This is usually the amount paid for the items being
imported. Say you’re shipping two watches each valued at $160,00, the value
would be $320,00.


WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMMERCIAL VALUE, WHOLESALE VALUE AND COST PRICE?

Commercial or retail value is the price an end buyer pays for a product. With
B2C shipments, it'll also usually be the declared value.

Wholesale value is the price paid for a single item when purchasing in bulk.
It's also what it would cost the seller to replace a damaged or lost product. 
The value is also sometimes used for insurance purposes. When products have been
purchased for a wholesale price, it will also be their declared value.


Cost price is how much it costs the producer to make the item.  If customs don't
think the declared value is correct and have no other way to asses it, they will
use the cost price to calculate the product's value and duties. 


WHICH VALUE SHOULD I DECLARE ON MY COMMERCIAL INVOICE?

You should always declare the actual price paid and be prepared to provide
customs authorities with proof of transaction.


WHAT IS THE VALUE USED FOR?

Customs use it to clear your goods and determine the duties and taxes. 


WHERE DO I STATE IT?

On the commercial invoice – and bear in mind inaccurate values are the most
common reasons for customs fines, so make sure it’s correct.


WHAT OTHER DETAILS DO I NEED TO PROVIDE?

As well as an accurate value, your commercial invoice should include an HS code
and a detailed description of your shipment.

Depending on the Incoterms® you selected, you may also need to show the freight
and insurance costs as these are included in the valuation of your goods. To
find out more on this topic, watch our video ‘What are Incoterms®?’.


HOW DO CUSTOMS ASSES THE VALUE?

To determine the value of imported goods, the customs valuation procedure is
applied.

Most customs authorities apply rules from the World Trade Organisation,
otherwise known as the WTO. You can get more information on the six methods they
use on their website.


WHAT HAPPENS IF I PROVIDE AN INACCURATE VALUE?

Undervaluation of goods is taken very seriously by the authorities and can
result in a fine or your goods being seized.

And if the customs authorities question the value you’ve provided, they may ask
the receiver to provide proof of sale. So to avoid this delay, your carrier or
broker will ask you for evidence of sales such as a contract or bank payment.

This website is designed to provide general information related to shipping.
Make sure to check the rules and regulations of the country you’re shipping from
and to prior to shipping. You can find this information on government websites.


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