Recent U.S. trade policy changes added new tariffs on products shipped from China. Here's what changed, what it means for your costs, and what you need to do.
Here’s what you need to know:
At Zendrop, tariffs and related fees are already included in your shipping cost.
Your displayed pricing already reflects these fees, no extra math, no surprises at checkout. That means:
No surprise charges during order fulfillment
Simple, transparent pricing
Continued smooth shipping and order handling
Tariff fees are included, but customs duties and import taxes may still apply upon delivery for most international destinations, as Zendrop does not support Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping. Exception: for orders shipping to EU member states, Zendrop automatically adds a flat $3.80 EU Customs Duty per order at fulfillment. Retailers should inform customers about potential duties for non-EU international shipments.
Managing customer expectations regarding these charges can help prevent misunderstandings about costs at delivery.
You can see the total shipping cost on both the Product and Orders pages before fulfillment. Tariff fees are also shown as a tooltip under "Shipping Cost" in the order summary during fulfillment.
Additionally, you can create test orders by selecting the USA as the destination to preview all tariff fees within the total shipping cost before confirming an order.
What about international shipping?
For shipments outside the United States, such as to Brazil or Nigeria, Zendrop emphasizes:
The inability to control local customs fees, import duties, or VAT for most international destinations, which depend on the destination country's regulations. Exception: for EU member states, Zendrop automatically adds a flat $3.80 EU Customs Duty per order at fulfillment as a separate line item.
The responsibility for informing customers and managing terms for additional taxes or duties.
Awareness that fees assessed by local authorities may be paid by the recipient or seller.
General guidance for managing customs fees
A few things to keep in mind:
Tariffs for U.S. imports from China are already included in Zendrop’s pricing.
Additional charges related to customs duties or VAT may apply and vary by jurisdiction.
Consulting a tax professional familiar with the destination country’s regulations is recommended to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Tariff fees are included in the shipping cost, but Zendrop doesn't support Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping. Customs duties and import taxes may still apply for most international destinations. For EU member states, Zendrop adds a flat $3.80 EU Customs Duty per order at fulfillment. Let your customers know upfront, it keeps disputes low and trust high.
Check your total landed cost in the All SKUs table before you list any product. Price accordingly, and your margins stay intact even when tariffs shift.