Notice: Resumption of Korea Post Services to the U.S

We are pleased to inform you that Korea Post international shipping services to the U.S. — including EMS, K-Packet, Airmail, and Sea Shipping — have officially resumed.

1. Resumed Services

The following shipping options are now available again:

• EMS
• International Parcel (Air & Sea)
• K-Packet

2. Customs Duty Payment (DDP – Delivered Duty Paid)

Due to recent U.S. customs policy changes, the duty payment method has been updated:

• Payer: Sender prepays (no additional charge for recipient)
• Method: K-GoodsShop prepays duties & fees at the time of shipping (included in shipping fee)
• Rate: Approx. 15% for Korean products (varies by item & origin)
• Example: For a USD 200 item → Duty USD 30 + Postal fee (USD 1.04 + 10% of duty = USD 3) → Total duty = USD 34.04

3. Benefits of Prepaid Duties

• No separate duty payment required in the U.S.
• Faster customs clearance & delivery
• Minimizes disputes or misunderstandings
• Some food items (e.g. snacks) can now be shipped

4. Exceptions & Precautions

• Shipments over USD 800 → recipient must pay duties directly
• Product names must be detailed and accurate on customs declaration
• False undervaluation may result in rejection, return, or disposal
• All shipments to the U.S. must be declared as “Merchandise”

5. FAQ

Q1: Do I need to pay customs duties in the U.S.?
A: No. For parcels under USD 800, duties are already included in your shipping fee.

Q2: What if my order is above USD 800?
A: For shipments over USD 800, the recipient in the U.S. may be responsible for paying duties and taxes directly.

Q3: Can I ship food items?
A: Yes, some food items such as snacks can now be shipped. However, all food products must comply with U.S. import restrictions and FDA/USDA regulations. Please check before shipping.

Q4: How should I fill out the customs declaration form?

A: • Provide clear product names, detailed descriptions, and country of origin

• Avoid intentional undervaluation — false declarations may cause rejection, return, or disposal of goods.

• All shipments to the U.S. must be declared as “Merchandise”

6. Need Help?

If you need assistance filling out the customs declaration, our customer service team is ready to help.

👉 With this change, shipping to the U.S. will be faster, smoother, and hassle-free.
Thank you for choosing K-GoodsShop — we’ll continue to provide the best service possible. 💙