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Importing from England

I'm interested in buying a new DAC that's substantially cheaper in England, where it is made, than in the US. I would be buying it from a manufacturer-licensed dealer.

The DAC costs about 800 British pounds without VAT tax. The VAT tax is not charged if you ship the item internationally. If you buy it in person, you can claim a VAT rebate before you leave the country.

My question:
Are their significant customs charges/fees that would be due when this item is brought into the US (either via an international shipper or in my carry-on baggage)?

I'm hoping to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
hlesser

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hlesser OP
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Bill_k - I'm curious what % of your purchase price the large tax bill was and who did the charging. An unexpected bill could make the transaction less worthwhile.

Would I be subject to the same taxes if I bought the goods myself in England and carried them back with me to the US? Of course, I'd be declaring them at the border.
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