Tip 0459 · Low-value shipments
Low-value shipments: Clarify Warengruppe early to avoid border delays
Clarify Warengruppe early so the transport does not wait at the border.
Praxis
A clean data set reduces questions and makes customs clearance more predictable.
This tip is practical orientation and does not replace binding customs advice. Always verify opening hours, procedures, tax rates and permit requirements with the official authorities.
Official orientation
More tips
- Low-value shipments: Match Warengruppe with supplier and consignee data
- Low-value shipments: Document costs and risks connected to Warengruppe
- Low-value shipments: Do not estimate Warengruppe when evidence exists
Updated: 2026-09-14
Have documents checked