Custom Fees for Tonearms on Ebay From Japan

Misha-

Thanks for the information - definitely helpful.  I'd heard about instances where DHL charged inappropriately for the duties, but its here say and wanted to hear from folks directly.

I'll PM you for some advice once I get decide to go down the Japanese route.

 

It seems to be different every time...even when values are true. I import several lines and am constantly surprised at how variable the duty is....
That said a used item for personal purchase will likely be little to nil.

You guys are lucky in America, because in Europe they change import tax on everything over 30-40 EUR and the tax is about 20-30%. In my country the tax is 15% on everything over 200 EUR and they only want to low down the limit to zero to charge more.

30-40 euros shipping costs included.
So even asking the seller for lower customs value still you pay tax. Nice.

G