My experience with Black Hawk Japan post tariffs and de minimis exemption

[coldradio1]

Sounds like chaos at UPS: https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-i...ffected-by-delays-due-to-documentation-issues

I had issues with a simple set of valve stem caps. They shipped from BBS via FedEx and sat in a customs hold for 2 weeks because they didn’t know how to categorize them.

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[Robdog2232]

So what car parts are we throwing in which body of water to voice our opinions?

 

[menikmati]

Oof, I was originally going to order some parts overseas in an attempt to save ~$100 but it looks like it will be a wash and possibly even worse with the tariffs/duties.

 

[Nikw91]

It looks like as of today, there is finally cheaper shipping on rims from Black Hawk. If was always $600+ before, today there is LA or NY ports for $300!

 

[Blackbomber]

I have a question did you pay the tariffs to black hawk Japan when you placed your order or did you pay ups when they delivered it

 

[CTR]

They probably did that because the 15-20% tariffs will get you on the backend. I'm sure Black Hawk Japan's US sales have dropped dramatically in the last couple of months.

I recently paid $40 duties on a <$200 order. Be careful with what you buy in these uncertain times.

 

[ponshanno]

Hi,
I’ve also ordered parts from BlackHawkJapan and had positive experiences with them.

Based on my research, if a car part is made from steel or aluminum, it’s subject to an additional 50% duty because it’s considered a derivative of those metals. This surcharge doesn’t apply to parts made from non-metal materials like carbon fiber or plastic, which typically fall under a 15% tariff due to Japan’s country of origin classification.

The biggest challenge tends to be with UPS, as they often struggle to keep up with the constantly changing tariff rules. You’ll need a bit of patience—it’s fairly messy right now. The UPS Brokerage hotline is 1‑866‑493‑7140, but the most effective way to resolve duty classification issues is to email them with your tracking number at [email protected].

I recently ordered a carbon fiber intake from BHJ, and UPS initially processed it as a steel/aluminum part, which triggered the 50% duty. After I called the brokerage team and explained it was carbon fiber, they corrected the classification and removed the extra charge. Just note that UPS also adds a $20 brokerage processing fee on these shipments.

 

[Clark_Kent]

I have a question did you pay the tariffs to black hawk Japan when you placed your order or did you pay ups when they delivered it

Tariffs are paid to the carrier (e.g., UPS, DHL, FedEx).

 

[Blackbomber]

Ok thank you so I have to pay them when it’s delivered

 

[Blackbomber]

Can you pay cash or debit card

 

[TW00Si]

Can you pay cash or debit card

The transaction is done at the carrier site online. They will only schedule to deliver when it’s paid.

 

[AspecR]

Can you pay cash or debit card

Debit or credit card is fine

 

[slui28]

Of course it's not good for us, but determining which items arrived prior to the tariffs requires a separation of items pre tariff and post I would think.

Also, I don't know anything about shopping sites, but I wonder if it's even possible to manage which order gets tariff vs. not when ordering thru the website for the same item

 

[FL518256]

I can only imagine. Holy shit.


I know Europe is straight up not shipping to the US. I have tried to buy a few things and sellers telling me they are not sending stuff here right now.,

What.... a.... fking... mess

I actually just received my package from Dream Automotive. Aren’t they in The UK? Had to pay a $106 tariff on a 480 order. Wack

 

[MooMoo]

I actually just received my package from Dream Automotive. Aren’t they in The UK? Had to pay a $106 tariff on a 480 order. Wack

Maybe some places are shipping now. I tried to buy some stuff from europe (etsy and the another site) and I got a message saying they are not shipping to the US. Maybe its just EU

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