What import duty will I have to pay during customs clearance?

There are several types of Duties that apply depending on the type of goods being imported.

The general type of duty is customs duty and is usually calculated at 5% of the (FOB) Free On Board or (CVAL) Customs value of the goods.

Some items are duty-free and pay zero duty on import and with the the help of a Customs broker like Synergy Freight Management, we can identify ways to help you avoid paying duty by applying Free Trade and other tariff concession methods.

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Synergy Freight Management is a freight forwarding, licensed customs brokerage and transport service provider, working with businesses and individuals who are looking to import and export their cargo.

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