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Chloe King4 said:Hey everyone!
Can someone break down what exactly
Customs duties per JCD
PDT per JCD
actually means?
Thanks!
SAD—Single Administrative Document (it's just the old term for a customs declaration)
Customs duty via SAD refers to the duty calculated based on the Single Administrative Document or the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE).
Basically, you pay a percentage depending on the item. Here's how it works:
The value of the goods plus all costs until they hit the US border (that’s your customs base), then you apply the duty percentage to that total.
Sales tax via SAD—same deal, except the tax base is calculated as:
Value of goods + all costs up to the US border + customs duty / 25%
Olivia King3 said:If I want to get a quote from a Chinese factory for an order of 1,000 books—weighing 450 kg and measuring 25.1 x 20.1 x 3.3 cm—should I specify FOB China or FOB USA?
I need some guidance here:
- Is it always more cost-effective to request FOB Cleveland? If so, I would just need to hire a freight forwarder to handle the transit to New York, right?
- If I opt for FOB China, will I be responsible for finding a port near the US coast that services Cleveland? Where can I go to research this?
- How does one find someone interested in sharing a container from China to the States? In that case, I should just provide the factory with the specific FOB location in China, correct?
- Is anyone here looking to split a container coming from China?
Thanks,
Catherine
- FOB Port of Cleveland means everything is paid up to Cleveland. FOB Port Authority in China means everything is paid up to the port in China. You can't say one is definitely cheaper than the other. It all comes down to how "skilled" you are at finding reliable, cheap sea freight. Both the Chinese suppliers and our local guys can absolutely fleece you. My advice? Check both options. Ask them for an FOB Port of Cleveland price, then hit up some agents/forwarders here in the US for a quote on that same shipment based on Port of Shanghai terms—or better yet, just ask for Ex Works from the factory floor.
- Searching for the "closest" port is pointless; it all depends on where the factory is located. A good agent or forwarder will know which port offers the best route based on that location.
- People don't really "share" containers like that. These are LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments, and you negotiate those directly with a freight forwarder. Theoretically, you could find two people or companies to split a container, but it still has to go through an agent. In reality, you'd have to perfectly sync up so that both of you have exactly enough cargo to fill the space, and you'd have to explicitly tell them you're desperate to "split" a container. Basically impossible. In the end, it'll cost you roughly the same as LCL, but it'll take ten times longer while you hunt for a "partner."
Susan Jones4 said:I’m actually getting ready to set up my own LLC quite soon, so I’ve been spending a fair amount of time researching the absolute simplest way to import goods from China into the States.
From what I’ve gathered so far, it seems like you only really need to bother with a freight forwarder if the value of the imported merchandise exceeds $1667. Is that a fair assessment?
What does the actual procedure look like for imports if the total amount stays under that threshold? My contacts in China mentioned they typically ship via FedEx.
I’m assuming that my package—which should weigh roughly 12kg—will just show up normally at the delivery address I provided, though there will likely be a customs bill attached to it? Am I on the right track here?
- If you're importing through an LLC, you should be clearing customs regardless of the value—unless the duties end up being less than $50.
- If the Chinese suppliers are using FedEx, they can handle the customs clearance for you (or any other broker).
- It’ll likely arrive at your address if that's how you set it up. You'll get the customs invoice from the broker, and there's a 99.9% chance you'll have to pay it upfront before they deliver.
- Once you've got the LLC running, but before the goods actually hit the US, you should probably look into getting an EIN/EORI number (just Google it).
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Hang in there, Jules
So, after nearly four years of testing just about everything out there...
From hitting the gym and running, to hiring personal trainers (spent maybe 100-$50 hours total), scouring forums, listening to pros (and the posers), burning through piles of cash, trying various diets and supplements—and thank God I didn't end up with an injury along the way...
Here’s my takeaway (nothing revolutionary here, it’s all been said on this forum before, but I felt the need to lay it out):
1. 98% of success is mental. If you actually have the willpower—real, solid willpower—you can do anything. No quitting, just persistence.
2. Once you solve the mental part (willpower), then comes nutrition (definitely 60-70%), picking the right exercises and training properly (20-30%), and the rest is just rest.
I work an office job, sitting there at least 9-10 hours a day—so don't give me any of that "I don't have time" nonsense.
I've been doing Muay Thai for about 3.5 years (3x a week). No sparring, no competitions, no knockouts, no broken bones or anything like that. I found an incredible club and a great coach; joining was hands down the smartest thing I've ever done for my body, but more importantly, for my head. It’s hard to describe how you can walk into that gym carrying all your stress and problems, and walk out feeling completely clear.
Once in a while, I'll go for a run around Central Park for a lap or two...
Basically, I watch what I eat. I eat at least 5-6 times a day, but once a week I'll absolutely demolish a pound of cookies, ice cream, chocolate, or whatever else is sweet. I don't gain weight from it because you can afford to indulge one day (or even two). As far as protein goes, it's mostly chicken... and breakfast is non-negotiable.
No "diet" is going to save you. You can achieve anything with a normal diet and portion control.
I'm saying all this to encourage anyone who thinks getting in shape means starving yourself, killing yourself in the gym, or living some "Spartan" lifestyle...
It isn't that hard—it just takes patience and believing in yourself.
Once you get used to working out regularly, you actually start missing it when you take a break. It becomes a lifestyle change.
I don't know if I look "good" enough (bulky, shredded—comments, suggestions, and critiques are always welcome), but I feel HEALTHY, full of energy, and fit. That's my biggest motivator to keep going.
If anyone wants to ask anything, feel free. But honestly, most of what you need to know is already covered on this forum by people who are far more expert than I am and who, from what I can see, are happy to share great advice.
Cheers, everyone.
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Just doing some recreational Muay Thai training and trying to nail the diet...
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Count me in. I'm on board.
The plan:
1. Cut out the booze, soda, and sugary juices—sticking to water and tea (hot or iced) instead.
2. Diet breakdown: chicken makes up about 90%, other meats at 5%, and tuna at 5%.
- Veggies and fruit should be around 70%, rice at 20%, with everything else being baked goods, potatoes, maybe some dough, and chocolate (on purpose).
3. No cookies, chips, bread in general, candy... you name it.
4. Shake up the workout routine and try something different.
Goal: See if I can actually pull this off and what kind of results I get.
Timeline: TBD.
Standing 6'0", weighing 176 lbs.
Cheers and good luck to everyone.
Thanks for the reply...
Can you confirm if I have these points right:
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The amount for that fixed-rate loan is capped. It’s not exactly a huge sum.
If you save for five years, you get a maximum loan of about $12,000—though they just lowered that limit to roughly $10,500.
That $10,500 includes your own $8333 which you're required to deposit over that five-year stretch.
Plus, the loan is tied to specific purposes. There are headaches during processing, you don't actually get the cash in hand, and contractors end up charging more because they know they have to wait on the paperwork.
So, if you get $10,500 = $23633/ and you need $27,000 total, that means you have to shell out 35% of your own money... makes zero sense.
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Otherwise—could someone please tell me why certain posts were deleted? Or at least point me toward who I should be asking.
Thanks.
Basically, if you need $32,000, you need three savings accounts and have to put down $11,000.
Hey everyone,
Can someone please recommend a good GP? Either private or public—preferably on the East Side of town...
I’ve been scrolling through this forum and I see similar questions popping up constantly, but nobody actually gives any real answers...
Thanks in advance.