I received this email from a forum member who doesn't wish to be named. He bought some parts out of Spain and the seller ended up shipping them over in a container. This led to some nasty surprises for our innocent buyer. The first he knew was when he learned that his parts were in Hong Kong, and that the seller hadn't listed the contents or value. Now he's up for all manner of additional fees and charges, maybe nearly a grand's worth. This for a set of forks, a swingarm and a sump guard.
Our man wanted me to post this as a warning to others.
Here's an extract from communication that details the additional costs:
Local Port Charges
Port Service Charge ($95.00/CBM)*: 95.00
Terminal Handling Charge ($25.00/CBM)*: 25.00
Delivery Order Fee*: 70.00
Sea Cargo Automation*: 25.00
CMR Fee*: 25.00
Security Fee*: 7.50
Import Processing Fee*: 10.00
Customs Clearance and Delivery
EDI Fees*: 15.00
Agency Fee*: 165.00
Quarantine Entry*: 45.00 if required
Delivery to Eaglehawk (Spot Rate)*: 255.00
Current Fuel Surcharge on Cartage 14%*: 35.70
Please Note
• Any timber products/packaging must be treated and applicable documentation supplied.
• The above rates do not include Marine Insurance, Quarantine Fees/Entries, Foot and Mouth Washes or Customs/Quarantine Inspections, Wharf Detention, Storage or any special handling requirements that the shipment may or may not be subject to on arrival.