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Based on previous Ethiopian customs declarations, enterprise hardware imports typically include customs duty, VAT, withholding tax, freight, bank charges, and sometimes surtax before delivery. Use this calculator to compare that landed import cost against a local ETB purchase from ET ServerStore.
Based strictly on your declarations:
| Product from your declaration | HS code | Duty type 01 | VAT type 04 | Withholding type 15 | Surtax type 05 | Effective total tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Server / Computer — Dell PowerEdge R740 / HP DL560 Gen10 | 84715020 | 15% | 15% | 3% | 0% | 35.25% |
| Networking / Switch / Router / Access Point — Cisco AIR-AP1852 | 85176200 | 15% | 15% | 3% | 0% | 35.25% |
| Storage / Hard Disk / Accessories - computer hard disks | 84717010 | 5% | 15% | 3% | 0% | 23.75% |
What You Actually Pay When You Import
Freight
$8–15/kg from Dubai
Customs Duty
5–15% of CIF value
VAT on Import
15% of CIF + duty
Withholding Tax
3% of CIF value
Bank / Forex
1–2% on USD transfer
Clearing Agent
Approx. $45 equivalent
These costs are modeled from previous declarations and typical import charges before the hardware reaches your site in Ethiopia.
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This is an estimate based on previous Ethiopian customs declarations. Final customs assessment may vary depending on HS code, customs valuation, freight, documentation, exchange rate, and Ethiopian Customs Commission assessment.
ET ServerStore vs International Suppliers
A practical comparison for Ethiopian buyers evaluating local procurement, international resellers, and marketplace traders.
| ET ServerStore | International reseller | |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | ETB invoicing available | Often foreign-currency quotation |
| Delivery to Addis Ababa | 3-5 days for stocked items | Varies by stock and shipping method |
| Customs & import | Can be handled locally by our team | Depends on shipping terms and supplier |
| Minimum order | Single-unit orders available on selected items | Varies by supplier |
| Warranty & support | Local support available on eligible products | Usually handled through seller/manufacturer terms |
| Pro forma invoice | Same-day possible for standard requests | Timing varies |
| Payment process | Local commercial process support available | International payment process may apply |
Comparison is general guidance only. Exact terms depend on product availability, supplier terms, shipping method, and eligibility.
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