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Landed cost & tariffs
Landed Cost and Tariff Guidance
The number that decides your margin is the landed cost per unit, not the factory price. This page explains the components that make up a landed cost and how we work with importers and brands to keep quotes realistic as trade conditions change.
What makes up a landed cost
What makes up a landed cost
A quote that only shows a unit price hides most of the real cost. These are the parts that determine what a product actually costs once it reaches your warehouse.
| Component | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Product cost | The factory price per unit, driven by materials, construction, customization and order quantity. |
| Freight | Ocean or air freight, plus origin and destination handling. Varies with volume, mode, season and route. |
| Duties & tariffs | Import duties and any additional tariffs applicable to the product’s classification and country of origin at the time of entry. |
| Compliance & fees | Customs brokerage, entry fees and any documentation or certification costs tied to your market. |
| Incoterm split | Where responsibility passes from seller to buyer (for example FOB, CIF or DDP) determines which costs sit in the quote and which you carry. |
Tariff rates
Why we do not publish a fixed duty rate
Duty rates, surcharges and trade agreements change over time and depend on product classification, country of origin and entry date. Rather than publish a figure that could be wrong by the time you order, we confirm the applicable treatment against current information for your specific project.
Current at quote time
We reference the duty and tariff situation that applies when your quote is prepared, and note that it is subject to change before entry.
Classification matters
The tariff treatment depends on how the product is classified and where it is made. We help you understand the assumptions behind a landed-cost estimate.
You confirm with your broker
Final duty determination rests with customs and your licensed broker. Our estimates are a planning tool, not a customs ruling or legal advice.
How the factory helps
What the factory can control
We can’t set trade policy, but we can give you the things that make cost planning easier: consistent specifications, predictable production windows, accurate documentation and clear Incoterm options so you know exactly where your costs begin.
What to send for a landed-cost view
- Product type, materials and customization level
- Order quantity and expected reorder cadence
- Destination country, port and preferred Incoterm
- Any certification requirements for your market
- Target price position you need to hit at retail
Important
This page is general guidance, not customs or legal advice.
Tariff and import rules are complex and change frequently. Nothing here is a guarantee of a specific duty rate or cost. Confirm your final classification and duties with a licensed customs broker or trade professional before committing to an order.