How Does Customs Clearance Work?
How does customs clearance work? The process involves submitting shipment information to customs authorities, verifying import requirements, assessing applicable duties and taxes, and obtaining permission to release the goods. For shipments imported from China, customs authorities may review commercial documents, examine declared product information, or inspect the cargo before authorizing release. A customs broker, carrier, […]
What Is DDP Shipping?
DDP shipping means Delivered Duty Paid. Under the DDP Incoterms® rule, the seller is responsible for transporting goods to an agreed destination, arranging import customs clearance, and paying applicable import duties and taxes. The seller also bears the transportation risk until the goods are delivered at the named destination, ready for unloading. For international buyers, […]