Why are accurate goods descriptions so important?

Inaccurate goods descriptions on the commercial invoice are one of the main reasons for shipments being delayed or held by customs authorities.

The description of your goods, along with the country of origin and the Harmonised System (HS) code, helps the authorities to identify exactly what the product is and determine what import controls are needed, and calculate the duties and taxes.

FedEx International Shipping Assist Lite helps you to quickly and accurately identify the Harmonised System (HS) code for your international shipments.

By providing a full and accurate description on your commercial invoice, you can reduce the risk of your shipment being held at customs and paying more duties and taxes than you should.

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