FedEx customs fees??

[David Thornton]

News Flash
FedEx adjusts the bill.
It would seem that 12% is the fee for garmets, wool (I have not verified that with customs). And it seems that the Merchandise Processing Fee is also payable to the feds at a rate not less than $25 & not more that $400, calculated at .21% of the previously calculated duty.
FedEx admits to miscalculating the Argyll Jacket & offers to waive their $5 additional processing fee.
Still a healthy bill, but I guess if it makes this a better country, I'll pony up.
I spoke with Julie at Scotweb & she is investigating for me as well. I will order tomorrow and ship Royal Air & USPS.
Thanks for the info & concern.
David

[JBfromBS]

Hey All,

I got a new Bruce modern 8 yard traditional a couple of weeks ago from Kiltstore.net, and it came in by FedEx. Well, yesterday there was a big fat envelope from FedEx lurking in my mailbox and after these horror stories I have read here, needless to say I was scared to open it! Imagine my surprise after reading through all 8 pages it said "No additional charges due"! I actually let out a big "woohoo" It was described in the paperwork as a "men's wrap, national costume, worsted wool" and had the value listed in the paperwork. So, I guess I was extremely fortunate in either the customs agent who passed it through or the way it was described in the paperwork. Either way, I am extremely happy right now and may have to wear it out tonight to have a pint! (or two)

Joe

[David Thornton]

Good for you Joe!
I ordered from them this week. We discussed shipping options at length and I think I am going with Royal Mail/USPS.
Post a pic.
David