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What does ad valorem duty mean in freight forwarding?

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A / Ad valorem duty

An ad valorem duty rate means the rate is proportionate to the value of the goods to be imported. For example, an ad valorem duty rate of 10% means that the rate is 10% of the freight’s calculated value.

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