The basic idea of Egyptian import tariffs
How the HS code, customs value and origin together determine import duties and taxes; a concept note without rates.
Contents
- The Harmonized System (HS) is maintained by the World Customs Organization; its first six digits are used worldwide and each country subdivides them. Egypt's customs tariff sets rates by HS code.
- Customs duty is usually charged on the customs value, which starts from the transaction value and takes account of elements such as freight and insurance, so the Incoterm affects the declaration.
- Besides customs duty, VAT and other taxes or charges may apply at import, as set by Egyptian Customs and current legislation.
- Origin can decide whether trade agreement preferences apply, based on the agreement's rules and a valid certificate of origin.
- If the same goods could fall under different codes, the rate and the controls can differ, so classification follows the material, function and use of the goods, not just the trade name.
- This page explains the concept only and gives no rates; the final assessment is made by Egyptian Customs.
Related documents
- Importers Register certificate
- ACI pre-registration and ACID number
- Chinese exporter's CargoX account
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Decree 43 factory registration
- Product approvals (NTRA, EDA, NFSA)
- Customs power of attorney
Import guides
- Importing from China to Egypt: an overview of the steps
- How to verify a Chinese supplier
- Common mistakes when importing from China to Egypt
Sources
- WCO · HS Nomenclature 2022 edition · wcoomd.org
- Wikipedia · Harmonized System · en.wikipedia.org
- Egyptian Customs Authority · customs.gov.eg
- Nafeza · national single window for foreign trade · nafeza.gov.eg
Note
This is an overview, not legal advice; the latest rules of the Egyptian authorities prevail.
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