Will Amazon's estimated tariffs be refunded? What does estimated taxes mean?

Amazon shopping requires tax, and the estimated import tax refers to the estimated taxes and fees that may apply, not the actual amount incurred. Some friends asked, can Amazon's estimated tariffs be refunded?

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1. What does Amazon’s estimated taxes mean?

Estimated import Amazon taxes are estimates of the taxes that may apply, not the actual amounts incurred. Customs regulations and rates applicable to specific products may change between the date the import taxes are estimated and the date the taxes are actually paid upon entry into China. The rate of import taxes is usually determined by the classification of the product, which varies by country and region.

The calculation of import taxes and fees follows the requirements and regulations of the customs of the country of destination. The customs of the country of destination usually calculates and determines the import taxes and fees based on the pre-promotion price and freight level of the goods.

If the actual import taxes and fees incurred are inconsistent with the estimated import tariff amount, we will refund the excess amount to your original payment card account, and you do not need to pay the underpaid amount.

If the actual import taxes and fees (paid by the shipping company on behalf of the recipient to the Chinese customs and tax authorities) are less than the estimated import taxes and fees, the system will automatically refund you the difference in the form you paid for the relevant order. Amazon will complete your refund as soon as possible after confirming the actual taxes and fees with the customs clearance company and customs.

2. How to apply for tax refund on Amazon?

1. Find the order in Manage Orders, then click Order Refund from the order details page.

2. At the top of the Order Refund page, click Tax Refund Only.

3. Choose tax-free buyers or orders from unincorporated areas.

4. For tax-free buyers, select the reason for the exemption.

5. For orders to unincorporated areas, select the jurisdiction where the refund will be made.

6. Click Submit Refund.

If the merchant can only issue a refund but not the tax, it is necessary to verify whether the order was fulfilled by Amazon or whether it was shipped to a state where Amazon manages tax calculation, collection, remittance, and refund.

To summarize, if the actual import taxes and fees incurred by Amazon do not match the estimated import tariff amount, the platform will refund the excess amount to the merchant’s original payment card account.