How can we help you? Client Login Shipment Status  877.332.8534 See All Numbers  Chat Now Tell us how we can help Import to Canada Import to US Ship Internationally Learn About Trade ABOUT IMPORT SERVICES FREIGHT INDUSTRIES TOOLS CAREERS CONTACTCARMNAFTA 2.0 Electronics Importing Basics Parties Involved Main Regulations Import Fundamentals Electronics Import FAQ Are There Any Special Requirements For Importing Electronics From China? Are The FCC Rules Different If I Am Shipping Small Quantities Of Items That Are Not For Sale? What Are The Responsibilities Of Importers For Proof Of An Equipment Authorization? What Is A Form 2877 And Where Can I Find One? Electronics Import Resources Blog: Anti-Dumping | What Is It And How Does It Affect Importers? Guide: US PGA guide Online Course: How To Classify A Product Online Course: How To Import Into The US Online Course: How To Value A Product For Customs How To Import Electronics Into The US Your how-to guide on electronics imports into the US If you are importing phones, computers, circuit assemblies, monitors, power units, or other electronics and/or components into the US, you must know what government parties are involved, what regulations must be followed, and the fundamental aspects of electronics imports. Parties Involved: Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Federal Communication Committee (FCC) Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Customs Broker Carrier Main Regulations: All radiation-emitting devices are regulated by the FDA, with a FDA Form 2877 being required at the time of import. Although there is no longer a separate declaration required to confirm the product conforms to FCC requirements, the burden of proof is on the importer. Keep those records handy to quickly submit if and when they are requested. Like the FDA, the CPSC is tasked with ensuring that all electronic products are safe, effective, and durable. Additional inspections and requests may be made by this agency at the time of import or post import. Depending on the source country additional duties may apply. Import Fundamentals: You will be acting as the Importer of Record. Therefore, you are the party ultimately responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the import declaration; as well as, the payment of applicable duties and taxes into the US Duty and tax must be paid upon importation into the US The rate of duty is determined by the tariff of the commodity being imported, the value of the goods and, the origin of the goods. Certain import documentation is required to be presented to the border services officer at the port of entry. Your import may be subject to a customs or partner government agency review, inspection or audit prior to, at the time of, or after the importation. Additional fees may be levied by the Government of the US for these services. You are required to keep your import records for five years following the date of import and can be audited by Customs at any point during this time. Calculate Duty Determine Valuation Establish Tariff Get a Quote Are you looking to start importing electronics into the US? Fill out the form below and a member of our Client Services team will contact you to get started. Loading... FAQ: Electronics Imports Are There Any Special Requirements For Importing Electronics From China? Are The FCC Rules Different If I Am Shipping Small Quantities Of Items That Are Not For Sale? What Are The Responsibilities Of Importers For Proof Of An Equipment Authorization? What Is A Form 2877 And Where Can I Find One? Trade is tricky. The Trading Post is not. Sign up to receive easy to understand updates, events, and guides on international trade. Loading... Pacific Customs Brokers Ltd. (Canada) Pacific Customs Brokers Inc. (US) PCB Freight Management Ltd. Careers About Contact Legal Terms Toll Free: 877.332.8534 Local: 360.332.8534 Toll Free Fax: 877.532.3253 Local Fax: 360.332.3253    © Copyright 2000 - 2021. Pacific Customs Brokers Inc. All Rights Reserved.