Question 1

How are US import duties from China calculated?

Accepted Answer

The product's 10-digit HTS base rate plus any Section 301 and Section 232 tariffs, each charged on the customs value, plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%). DutyWise stacks them and returns the total landed cost.

Question 2

What is an HTS code?

Accepted Answer

A Harmonized Tariff Schedule code is the 10-digit number that classifies an imported product and sets its duty rate. DutyWise maps your plain-language product description to its HTS code automatically.

Question 3

Is DutyWise free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. DutyWise is a free import-duty and landed-cost calculator for the China to US lane.

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