iHerb Customs Regulations and Import Restrictions

When ordering products internationally, shipments must pass through customs inspection before entering the destination country. Customs authorities enforce import regulations that determine whether certain products can legally enter the country.

Because iHerb ships products internationally, customs rules play an important role in determining product availability.

What Are Customs Regulations?

Customs regulations are laws that govern the import and export of goods across national borders.

These regulations determine:

• which products can enter the country
• whether import duties apply
• whether special documentation is required

Customs authorities inspect shipments to ensure compliance with these regulations.

Customs Duties vs Product Restrictions

It is important to distinguish between customs duties and product restrictions.

Customs duties are taxes applied to imported goods, while product restrictions refer to items that cannot legally be imported.

Customs duties explanation:
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Customs Inspections

Customs agencies may inspect shipments to verify that the package complies with national regulations.

Inspection procedures may involve checking:

• product ingredients
• shipment value
• documentation and labeling

If the shipment violates import rules, customs authorities may return the package or confiscate the restricted items.

Customs Delays

Customs inspections can sometimes delay deliveries.

Delivery time overview:
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Summary

Customs regulations influence international shipping by determining which products can legally enter a country. These rules vary widely depending on national import laws.