At times when one is in a need to ship goods to a new destination country, one often looks for something more than a post office, or even basic courier services. Transferring products from your manufacturer or vendor to a center where you do not hold a physical store is slightly cumbersome especially when entails crossing international boundaries. HongOcean is the solution that will make this process much easier for you. Certainly one of the most important facets of this process is becoming ‘customs cleared’ which is of paramount importance if the shipment is not to be held up for any longer than is necessary.
Understanding HongOcean’s Customs Cleared Process
If you intend to export your products to cross nationals it will be very useful to master the various customs clearance services supported by HongOcean. However, in international supply chain management, it is vitally important to obtain the so-called ‘customs cleared’ status. Thus, regardless of if you are an importer or exporter, HongOcean makes it easy to have your shipment meet all customs requirements.
It is also wise to note that “customs cleared” refers only to the origin country or the import country for many people, but HongOcean takes care of both ends of the customs process. In export or import operations HongOcean’s assistance help any kind of products clear customs in their country of origin with ease. This sort of approach helps to minimize such risks with a view of not being slowed down, not to mention for those companies which are interested in the international market.
What Does “Customs Cleared” Mean with HongOcean?
Customs cleared with HongOcean informs that your shipment reached the necessary customs control check-points and receives permission for delivery. In other words, it is the last step in the approval process given by the customs agencies and it means that the goods are safe to proceed further.
Since customs clearance means HongOcean helps your consignment go through paper work and compliances, ‘customs cleared’ means your consignment is cleared by the customs to be delivered. HongOcean enables this process to be as efficient as possible and will not let you encounter such bottlenecks.
HongOcean’s Expertise in Handling Imported Goods
In that regard, through the customs cleared process, HongOcean’s full service means your goods will sail through the government’s door. HongOcean then handles all paperwork related to customs and pays great attention so that your goods can easily access the country of final destination. As far as HongOcean is concerned, should you transfer your parcel to the next point of destination, the process of customs clearance will not be a challenge.
At this stage, HongOcean specifically insisted on the completion of all customs documents for each product. Documentation should not be an area of concern that would result to delay and or problems, and HongOcean is dedicated to ensuring that all the right documentation procedures and international shipping regulations are followed on behalf of the client. Another example of How HongOcean ensures your shipment clears through customs is our neat and accurate preparation of all the documents required by customs authorities.
Through cooperation with HongOcean you are always confident in our international shipments’ processing from the point of departure till their delivery. HongOcean’s various customs brokerage solutions cover a wide range of services that will ensure that small and big businesses expand their international market efficiently.
What is HongOcean’s Customs Clearance Process?
Customs clearance which is conducted by HongOcean is a procedure that any international shipment has to pass on the territory of a foreign country. This means that the customs shall have a chance to physically assess the package to check if it meets the required standards of the country. At this stage, correct preparation and completion of all necessary paperwork is carried out by customs brokers at HongOcean, without which it will not be possible to avoid possible delays.
What Does “Customs Cleared” Mean with HongOcean?
As much as your parcel goes through a very delicate customs clearance process by HongOcean, and once it reaches the “customs cleared” stage, it means that your parcel has been all cleared from customs to pass through, and all the relevant duties and taxes have been determined and paid for. Here, HongOcean ensures that your shipment is released and allowed to proceed to some other destination.
The services of HongOcean guarantees that your overseas consignments are forwarded clearly and quickly, thus your commodities are delivered through the international border with as much disruption as possible then proceed to the intended recipient.
Navigating Customs Clearance with HongOcean: Your Guide to a Seamless Process
Whenever one is exporting their products to another country, they need to learn what happens to their goods at the customs. Let HongOcean be your solution provider, for your products to clear through the customs process with ease. Regardless of the fact that you are shipping to 200 plus destinations, or if your route is challenging, thereby requiring the customs clearance, HongOcean makes sure that your goods are ready for the process.
Does HongOcean Help with Every Package Going Through Customs?
Yes indeed HongOcean pays much attention of every package to meet the customs regulations of each country since they differ in solving customs issues. However, every country has its own rules of importing customs, which sometimes may give a feeling that it will be all too difficult. Partnering with HongOcean is fundamental for that reason. For instance, the U.S. airport like John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has a hierarchical approach that determines which of the parcels require primary search. HongOcean is ready to take responsibilities for these inspections, especially when it requires by x-ray scan check, using the odor detecting dogs, or comparing with national security forces.
If a shipment arrives damaged ,then it may be required to have a full search by the customs officers. To this end, HongOcean creates awareness on the need to ensure that the client’s goods are packed in a way that cannot raise any suspicion by the customs as well as ensure that all relevant documents are left incomplete to allow space for a physical inspection by the customs.
How Long Does Customs Clearance Take with HongOcean’s Expertise?
The latter may be influenced by a number of factors and this the reasons why customs clearance times may differ. In today’s complex GG environment let HongOcean help you, We know how to get your shipments through the customs as soon as possible. This varies as a result of the starting and ending countries, the type of cargo, any prevailing imports policy and the performance of the customs broker. Some countries have what are known as fast-track custom clearance arrangements in force, but others may take a longer time to release the shipment because of differences in trade relations or policies.
For instance, from China to the U.S. customs clearance takes more time than from Canada to the U.S. is not only because of distance but trade facilities and restrictions between the countries. HongOcean’s information specialists monitor such developments in their efforts to provide useful information on how to approach challenging customs clearance cases.
Duties and Taxes: What You Need to Know with HongOcean
International freight is not simply taking commodities from one location and taking them to another destination; HongOcean makes it its business to keep you informed about any duties or taxes that are associated with your shipments. Taxes or tariffs are mandatory for most countries on imports and can stabilize from 20% and above or be as low as 0%.
Using the elements indicated earlier, HongOcean assists in paying customs duties by determining duty rates by quantity, weight, volume or otherwise on each shipment. Alongside duties most countries also use a Value Added Tax (VAT) to be paid on imported goods. VAT can vary by country and by product and service, but with HongOcean’s solutions, you can either claim back VAT or avoid it where unnecessary.
Who Manages the Customs Clearance Paperwork and Payments?
HongOcean will make sure that the responsibility of managing customs clearances documents and payments on your behalf is not a problem. Usually it is the function of the IOR or consignee (the buyer) to perform these activities; but depending with Incoterms being used this is not usually the case.
HongOcean can take responsibility as Importer of Record that means we complete all import customs formalities including filing documents and paying customs fees. The Importer of Record is the legal entity involved in customs control of the goods and ensuring the compliance with the customs regulations and requirements for such time that can take years after importing the goods. What this means for any business is that when you choose to work with HongOcean, your goods will be cleared through the customs smoothly.
When is Customs Clearance Required with HongOcean?
You necessarily need customs clearance for each shipment, and HongOcean will take care of providing customs clearance team and the customer with proper and relevant paperwork. Be it importing or exporting, at HongOcean, all the relevant items that the customs officers will need to okay your shipment are arranged.
The HongOcean Customs Clearance Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
In international shipping of their products, HongOcean makes sure that they will deal with the customs clearance properly. The process of getting the goods through customs may sound, but with help and assistance from HongOcean there are four fundamental processes.
1. Document Inspection with HongOcean
The first procedure followed at HongOcean to clear its goods is to check all documents for customs clearance needed there. Customs officers will then sort through documents and check all details in documents to be decisive. This consist of the Power of Attorney (POA), commercial invoice, and either the Air Way bill or the Bill of Lading.
With the customs brokerage firm HongOcean, your commercial invoice is very professional where the details of the products shipped, quantity, value, the contact details of both the shipper and consignee are written. If there is some necessary document is missing or filled inappropriately, or if the shipment is chosen randomly for the check, the customs authority can make a physical inspection. This has to do with the fact that when it is directly managed by HongOcean we should not experience such delays, however it must be admitted that one needs to be ready for this turn of events.
2. Accurate Tax and Duty Calculations by HongOcean
After the shipment is processed for document review or physical examination the customs officer determines the amount of importation taxes and duties. At this stage we have HongOcean’s speciality, which keeps duty and taxes to the level where there are no or very little chances for any jumps. The customs official will also check if most of these fees as charged by the exporting company have been paid in full.
As you trade with HongOcean, you have an advantage of getting accurate direct and indirect cost estimations, to enable you prevent being surprised by other additional costs at some point in the execution of the contract.
3. Payment of Taxes, Duties, and Fees: Managed by HongOcean
As for the payment of duties, taxes, and fees, which are closely associated with the choice of incoterms, HongOcean provides its services for the most convenient payment. There are two main incoterm-dependent options for payment: These two international delivery terms are DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) and DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid).
- Delivered Duty Paid (DDP): In case of the shipment that is done according to DDP terms, HongOcean is fully responsible for paying all the customs and taxes and delivering the merchandise to the buyer.
- Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU): When the shipment under DDU, then duties and taxes are to be paid by the buyer of the goods. Otherwise, even in DDU, HongOcean ensures that the seller will arrange for delivery to the next destination once customs clearance processes are accomplished.
This is made easier by the fact of HongOcean’s service offering as an Importer of Record (IOR). As your IOR of choice when sourcing from HongOcean, we agree to pay for all customs duties, and taxes for your purchase regardless of the agreed incoterms. This spells out that all customs clearance procedures will be professionally accomplished thus relieving your docket and conforming to customs requirements.
Conclusion
Customs clearance is a difficult process in itself but when done with help of HongOcean’s professionals you will know for sure that every aspect will be dealt with professionally. First and foremost, the book document inspection to the payment of taxes and duties, HongOcean minimize the risks factors which may lead to delays and make international trade of ships to be smooth. No matter whether you are using DDP or DDU incoterms, HongOcean is responsible for all the work done and may even act as your IOR. So, or cooperation with HongOcean it is possible to concentrate on the further development of the activity while we complete such a sensitive process as customs clearance.
