A Solution to US Tariffs
Recent changes to U.S. import rules have created significant challenges for companies selling goods into the United States. The introduction of additional tariffs and the removal of the $800 de minimis exemption for U.S. imports means many businesses are now facing higher customs charges on goods shipped directly to customers.
For many companies, these additional costs are difficult to absorb within already tight margins. Passing them directly onto the consumer can make products less competitive and, in some cases, unsellable in a crowded marketplace.
However, there is a solution that can provide a substantial financial advantage.
The Financial Advantage of Using a Bonded Warehouse
Ezi Returns offers access to a U.S. bonded warehouse, allowing businesses to import goods in bulk and fulfil orders locally within the United States.
Using a bonded warehouse provides two key financial benefits:
Lower Import Duty Costs
When goods are imported into a bonded warehouse, import duties are calculated based on the cost price of the goods, rather than the retail sale price.
This significantly reduces the duty payable.
Deferred Payment of Duties
Another major advantage is that duties are not payable until the goods are sold.
This means:
You only pay duties when revenue from the sale has been received.
Your cash flow improves, as you are not paying import duties upfront.
Together, these two benefits can result in substantial savings compared to shipping goods directly to U.S. customers.
An Example of how you can save costs
Product:
Cotton T-Shirt Cost Price: $10 Sale Price: $30
Tariffs:
Standard tariff on cotton t-shirts (HS Code): 16.5%
Additional tariff for UK companies*:10%
Total tariff: 26.5%
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Scenario 1 – Importing via a Bonded Warehouse
Import duties are calculated on the cost price of the goods.
Calculation:
26.5% of $10 = $2.65 duty per item
In addition:
Duties are only paid when the product is sold
This means the cost is covered by the revenue from the sale
Total duty cost per item: $2.65
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Scenario 2 – Shipping Directly to the End Customer
When goods are shipped directly to customers, duties are calculated on the sale price of the item.
Calculation:
26.5% of $30 = $7.95 duty per item
These charges must typically be paid Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) at the time of shipment.
Total duty cost per item: $7.95
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Cost Comparison
| METHOD | DUTY CALCULATION | DUTY PER ITEM |
| Direct to customer | 18% of sale price ($30) | $7.95 |
The saving per item using a bonded warehouse on the example above is $7.95 per item and the duties are only due once the goods are actually sold. For businesses shipping thousands of orders, this difference can represent a major financial advantage and a competitive edge in the U.S. market.
Stay Competitive in the U.S. Market
To summarise
By importing goods into our U.S. bonded warehouse, you can:
- Reduce import duty costs -
- Improve cash flow through deferred duty payments -
- Fulfil orders domestically within the U.S. -
- Remain competitive despite rising tariffs -
This approach ensures your business can continue selling profitably in the United States while many competitors struggle with increased import costs.
Our U.S. Bonded Warehouse
Our U.S. bonded warehouse is now operational, enabling companies to begin benefiting from this solution immediately.
If you would like to learn more, please visit our website or contact us to arrange an introductory call.
Email:info@ezireturns.com
*Additional tariff rates vary by region and are subject to change.
At the time of writing 13th March 2026:
UK: 10%
EU: 15%
Canada: 35%
These rates may change in the future based on U.S. trade policy.
