Trading (EU only - Sorry) looking for an R1 got 24k

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Looking for a trade inside the EU since import taxes are killing any other trade possibility:
- used serialized R1 Xmetal frame with matching box (no lenses needed)
- or nice, serialized Plasma R1 frame
- open to offers of other Xmetals

What I got is this 24k:
- with XX coin and 24k Box (label on the inner box is ripped off though and box could use some glue)
- no serial (4th gen I guess)
- frame with minor use (please refer to the pictures) but the nosebridge has to be done
- lenses have minor use as well but no delamination - not sure how to rate it (would say 9/10 but that is very subjective)

 

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How is the import tax determined? Just curious. If it's based off of what you value the item, couldn't you just value it at $1?

 

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How is the import tax determined? Just curious. If it's based off of what you value the item, couldn't you just value it at $1?

It starts with an 35USD Handling-Fee independent of value - I had to pay it even on 20USD Walleva Lenses (that is why I do not buy them any more). After that there is is possible percentage on the product value plus postal fee (depends on the custom officer and declaration) which could go to 40% and least but not last a 19% increase on top of everything for general taxes. So best case would be 35USD plus 19% worst cast would be 35USD +( 1USD + 0,4)*1,19 => aprox. 35USD plus 66% on top of each product dollar.

Lowering the value compromises security of the parcel (insufficient insurance) and custom officer can estimate the buying value if the one on the pro forma invoice is off in their opinion (to prevent what you suggested).