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customs duty assessment

Customs duty assessment is the binding determination by customs authorities of the import duties and taxes (tariff duties, import VAT) owed on imported goods.

Last updated: 12 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

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Customs duty assessment is the binding determination by customs authorities of the import duties and taxes (tariff duties, import VAT) owed on imported goods. It is based on the official customs valuation, the correct tariff classification under the applicable trade nomenclature (e.g. HS code), and the import duties and VAT rates in effect. The assessment is issued following review of the import declaration and serves as the basis for goods release; it constitutes an administrative decision subject to appeal and objection procedures.

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