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Pitfall 19: Relying on the Supplier's Tariff / DDP Advice

Part 19 of 21 Pitfalls to Avoid When Sourcing from China.

The Pitfall

Trusting the supplier's tariff, origin or DDP advice for your import.

Why It's Dangerous

You — not the supplier — may be liable for customs fraud or misdeclaration.

How to Avoid It

Get independent customs and tariff advice for your own import.

Sourcing from China? Get it right from the start.

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