Door-to-Door Shipping From China To The World
Direct Answer Capsule: Clearing China-origin goods through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires four pillars: (1) correct HTSUS classification to determine the duty rate, (2) payment of applicable Section 301 tariffs (20% on most Chinese goods under Lists 1–4, subject to current policy), (3) an active Customs Bond (single-entry or continuous), and (4) timely ISF 10+2 filing at least 24 hours before vessel loading. Penalties for non-compliance range from $5,000 to $10,000 per violation and may include cargo seizure.
| Document | Required By | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Invoice | CBP | Declared value for duty calculation |
| Packing List | CBP | Itemized cargo description |
| Bill of Lading / AWB | CBP / Carrier | Proof of carriage and title |
| Arrival Notice | Consignee | Triggers the 15-day customs entry window |
| Customs Bond | CBP | Financial guarantee for duties & fees |
| ISF 10+2 Filing | CBP | Security filing 24h before vessel loading |
The total duty on a China-origin import is the sum of the base HTS duty plus the Section 301 additional duty:
Total Duty = (Customs Value × HTS Duty Rate)
+ (Customs Value × Section 301 Rate)
Example: Customs Value = $10,000
HTS duty rate = 5.0%
Section 301 List rate = 20%
→ Base duty = $500
→ Section 301 = $2,000
→ Total duty = $2,500
Additionally, Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) (0.125% of value) and Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) (0.3464%, min $31.67 / max $614.35) apply to most formal entries.
| Feature | Single-Entry Bond | Continuous Bond |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | One shipment only | All shipments for 12 months |
| Cost | $20–$80 per entry | ~$290–$600 / year |
| Best for | Occasional importers (<4/year) | Regular importers (4+ / year) |
| Minimum amount | $100 per $1,000 of duties+taxes | $50,000 |
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