Importing From America

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breffiniman

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Hello All

I was looking for some advice on importing goods from America. I have found a product and i am thinking of importing 10,000 units. I have already lined up a meeting with a buyer and i may have an order. My question is i presume you are liable for vat customs etc. can anyone point me in the right direction on how i would find out all this information

Thanks in advance
 
Ask for customs section in Revenue in Nenagh.They are very helpful.
You can check the tariff code and duty rate here.

You will need an import clearance agent, they can give you this info also.
 
My advice would be to use the same freight forwarder as your supplier.
Also be aware that customs in the USA can hold up shipments for weeks. Do not work on tight delivery dates with customers.
 
Breffni, would help to talk to guys in shipping. They have their finger on the pulse.
Any freight forwarder in any of the major cities can help. There are lots of them, in yellow pages.
Eg, you have a pallet size, weight etc, you ring them, they will give you freight costs.Insurance cost, clearance cost here for customs.They will charge you the vat. You will have to tell them exactly what it is that you are importing, they have quick reference table, they can tell you what your duty will be.
You will have to absorb the vat yourself unless of course you are registered for vat.
Beware though that alot of freight companies will quote you FOB, its important to know who delivers the goods to the port ( The cost) what the shipping cost is, and what the delivery will cost to your address here in Ireland. DONT take anything for granted, or the profit margin will go down with a roar. Take care.
 
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