What is the import duty and VAT on used cars from China?

<p><b>Short answer:</b> import duty and VAT depend on the destination country and are assessed on the declared customs value, so we quote a real FOB price and your broker calculates the local rate. Russia, for example, applies a duty based on engine size and age plus VAT, with reduced rates for electric vehicles in several CIS markets.</p><h2>What the charges are based on</h2><ul><li><b>Declared value:</b> the vehicle price on the invoice.</li><li><b>Engine size and age:</b> many markets scale duty by displacement and vehicle age.</li><li><b>Fuel type:</b> EVs often attract lower duty or excise.</li><li><b>VAT:</b> added on the customs value plus duty.</li></ul><h2>Why we quote the real price</h2><p>Because customs assess the declared value, an understated invoice invites valuation queries and delays. We quote the true unit price so valuation is consistent and your clearing agent can calculate duty precisely.</p><p>Tell us the model and destination and we will quote FOB plus a freight estimate; see <a href='/catalog'>the catalog</a> or <a href='/contact'>ask about duty for your country</a>.</p>