Byline: Danan Coleman

Even though Amazon claims they’re not raising fees in 2025, every dollar counts. From sourcing high-quality products to managing logistics and keeping up with advertising, your margins can feel razor-thin. I know they do for me.

One overlooked area where you can reclaim significant costs?

Import duties.

When it comes to recouping these costs it helps to have a qualified expert in your corner.

Who is Tariff Terminator?

For those of us who don’t have a ton of experience in the import/export business, Tariff Terminator is a game-changing service created by Afolabi Oyerokun, a renowned expert in global sourcing and logistics. This tool is designed specifically to help e-commerce sellers — especially Amazon entrepreneurs — eliminate the need to navigate the labyrinth of customs classifications in order to ensure the best duty rate.

Tariff Terminator finds better classifications 60-80% of the time which could possibly slash your import costs.

Every dollar saved is a dollar of pure golden delicious profit for your business.

Why Tariff Codes Matter to Amazon Sellers

When you’re importing products into the United States, the tariff classification you choose dictates the duty rate you’ll pay. These classifications, known as Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes, may seem like an afterthought, but they wield enormous influence over your bottom line. 

The wrong HTS code can cost you thousands. If your product is misclassified, you could be paying a much higher duty rate than necessary — or worse, you risk fines or shipment delays. Correctly classifying your products can ensure compliance with customs and unlock significant savings.

What is Tariff Engineering?

Tariff engineering is the process of legally optimizing a product’s characteristics or classification to minimize import duties. It’s a highly specialized practice that can save Amazon sellers thousands, even tens of thousands of dollars annually.

For example, a product classified under a 29.9% duty rate could, with expert guidance, be reclassified at a much lower rate — sometimes as low as 2.1%. 

Afolabi’s Tariff Terminator has helped sellers save millions in unnecessary import costs by leveraging this strategy. For instance, one client reported saving $13,900 on a single shipment after adjusting their tariff code.

Those are savings that can be reinvested into inventory, marketing, or other growth-driving activities.

How Tariff Terminator Works

Tariff Terminator is more than just a lookup tool. It’s a full-service solution for Amazon sellers.

Here’s how it works: 

1. Tariff Audit: Start with a $99.00 audit where Tariff Terminator evaluates your existing classifications to identify potential savings.
2. HTS Code Optimization: Their team of experts reviews your products and recommends optimized HTS codes for reduced duty rates.
3. Risk Mitigation: The service ensures your classifications are fully compliant, reducing the risk of penalties, fines, or cargo delays. 
4. Code Monitoring: If there is a better code, you get code monitoring for free for 12 months. This means that if the government redefines anything that affects your import, you will know. Also, 

It’s ridiculously affordable. You pay a one-time investment of a mere $499 if they uncover savings for you.

No savings, no further charges. If you’re already using the best codes, you STILL get the code monitoring for 12 months!

Why eCom Sellers Love Tariff Terminator

Afolabi has built more than just a cost-saving tool — he’s built a lifeline for sellers navigating the complexities of global trade.

With his decades of experience in supply chain and logistics, he understands the unique pain points of Amazon sellers and designed Tariff Terminator to solve them. 

Ready to Start Saving? 

Don’t let incorrect tariff classifications eat into your profits. Tariff Terminator is the trusted partner Amazon sellers need to optimize import duties and ensure compliance.

Whether you’re a seasoned seller or just getting started, this tool can provide clarity and savings where you least expect it.

👉 Try Tariff Terminator today and unlock your savings

[one more thing]

Where possible, it is highly recommended that you get a ruling letter from the Customs and Border Patrol. This is also possible through Tariff Terminator as part of their tariff engineering service.

I am a big fan of learning what I need to know about something so that I can properly manage or address it, but not having to do it all myself. I learned that with my trademark… With that in mind, you can also get the data for requesting a ruling letter here. 

https://www.cbp.gov/trade/rulings/ruling-letters

A ruling letter from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is an official written decision issued by CBP in response to a request from an importer, exporter, or other interested party. It provides binding guidance on how CBP will apply customs laws and regulations to a specific set of facts or circumstances, such as:

1. Classification: Determining the appropriate Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code for goods, which affects the duty rate.
2. Valuation: Clarifying the proper method for determining the customs value of imported goods.
3. Country of Origin: Establishing the country of origin for goods, which can impact tariffs or eligibility for preferential trade agreements.
4. Marking Requirements: Explaining the proper marking requirements for imported goods.
5. Other Customs Issues: Addressing specific compliance questions related to CBP regulations.

Ruling letters are an essential tool for businesses involved in international trade. They help ensure compliance with U.S. customs laws, avoid unexpected costs, and resolve potential disputes proactively. It’s a binding decision, meaning CBP has to follow it as long as the facts stay the same.

Basically, if the CBP certifies you’re using the right HTS Codes, then you are.

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