Avoid Surprise Import Fees: iKAGOO Shipping, Delivery and Import Duty Guide
Know Your Delivery Time and Import Cost Before You Order
The iKAGOO Shipping, Delivery and Import Duty Guide explains order processing, international delivery estimates, tracking, customs charges and the optional DDP prepaid import-charges service for eligible automotive electronics orders.
This guidance applies to vehicle-specific products such as digital instrument clusters, OEM-style Android head units, integrated dashboard displays and related car electronics upgrades. Import charges are not automatically included unless an eligible DDP quote is confirmed before shipment.
Estimated iKAGOO Shipping Times by Destination
Delivery estimates begin after the product has passed compatibility and configuration review and has been handed to the carrier. They are estimates rather than guaranteed arrival dates.
Estimated business days after dispatch for supported standard or express routes.
Estimated business days after dispatch, subject to destination and customs handling.
Estimated business days after dispatch for supported delivery addresses.
Some remote regions, islands or special customs territories can take longer.
Timing starts after dispatch: order processing normally takes 1–3 business days. Vehicle-specific digital instrument clusters and OEM-style Android head units may require additional confirmation when the original dashboard, connector, factory system or vehicle configuration is unclear.
Shipping for Digital Instrument Clusters and Android Head Units
Automotive electronics shipping requires more than placing a generic product in a box. iKAGOO checks vehicle information, product configuration and the supported delivery route before dispatch.
Digital Instrument Cluster Shipping
Vehicle-specific digital dashboard orders may require confirmation of the vehicle model, year, original cluster style, fuel type, platform and connector configuration before packing.
Shop Digital Instrument Clusters →OEM-Style Android Head Unit Shipping
Android head unit delivery may require confirmation of the original infotainment system, dashboard photo, screen type, audio system, camera and left-hand-drive or right-hand-drive configuration.
Shop OEM-Style Android Head Units →Compatibility Review Before Dispatch
A compatibility review reduces the risk of shipping the wrong wiring harness, CAN module, dashboard frame or product version for the vehicle.
Review Compatibility Requirements →DDP Is Prepaid Import Handling, Not Tax-Free Shipping
Delivered Duty Paid, commonly called DDP, means that the import charges expressly listed in an accepted quote are arranged for prepayment through the supported delivery route. It does not mean that tax or customs duty has been waived.
Charges that may be included
- Import VAT or destination tax included in the quote.
- Applicable customs duty or tariff amount.
- Clearance or handling fees expressly identified in writing.
What determines the quote
- Delivery country, territory and postal region.
- Customs value and freight or insurance basis.
- Product type and customs classification.
- Current tariffs and supported carrier route.
What is not guaranteed
- No universal DDP percentage for every product.
- No claim that every order is tax included.
- No guarantee that customs will never request information.
- No coverage for charges excluded from the written quote.
Correct customer wording: use “Optional DDP Prepaid Import Charges” or “Optional Import Charges Prepayment.” Do not describe the service as “duty-free” or “tax-free,” because the charges are prepaid rather than eliminated.
Four Steps to Request Optional DDP Shipping
Send the product link
Provide the digital cluster, Android head unit or dashboard display product you plan to order.
Confirm destination
Provide the full country, state or region and postal code so the supported route can be checked.
Review the written quote
The optional amount and the import-charge items included in it are confirmed before shipment.
Dispatch on the accepted route
The order is shipped through the supported prepaid import-charges arrangement after confirmation.
Estimate EU VAT or the Current U.S. Surcharge Reference
This calculator is an educational reference. It is not a checkout price, customs ruling or final DDP quote. The actual amount depends on classification, destination, exclusions and the accepted carrier route.
Destination VAT normally applies
Imported automotive electronics can be subject to destination VAT, customs duty and taxable freight or handling costs. The calculator uses the selected standard VAT rate as a reference only.
Most iKAGOO products exceed the €150 IOSS limit
IOSS applies only to qualifying imported goods not exceeding €150. Higher-value digital instrument clusters and Android head units require standard import VAT and customs handling rather than being presented as IOSS orders.
A current product-specific quote is required
As reviewed on 16 June 2026, duty-free de minimis treatment remains suspended and the temporary 10% U.S. import surcharge remains relevant during its stated effective period, subject to exclusions and other applicable duties.
Import-Charge Estimate
Enter the order value and destination. The result is a reference only and does not replace a confirmed iKAGOO DDP quote.
View the EU standard VAT rate reference used by this calculator
Example only: a $570 product delivered to Germany produces a VAT-only reference of $108.30 at a 19% standard VAT rate before customs duty, taxable freight, carrier handling or route-specific fees. A $570 U.S. order produces a temporary 10% surcharge reference of $57.00 before classification, exclusions and additional duties are reviewed.
DDP Availability Depends on the Address and Shipping Route
| Destination | How the optional service is handled | What must be confirmed |
|---|---|---|
| European Union mainland and standard VAT territories | An eligible quote may include destination import VAT, applicable customs duty and identified handling costs. | VAT territory, product value, classification, delivery address and carrier route. |
| EU islands, overseas regions and special tax territories | Handled separately because mainland VAT or customs treatment may not apply. | Examples include the Canary Islands, Madeira, Azores and overseas territories. |
| Continental United States | A current quote is required because tariffs can depend on product classification, origin, exclusions and current import measures. | HTS classification, delivery address, product value and supported route. |
| U.S. territories, military addresses and unsupported routes | Not automatically treated as eligible under the standard DDP arrangement. | Contact iKAGOO before placing or dispatching the order. |
| United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and other countries | Standard tracked shipping may be available, while optional prepaid import handling requires separate confirmation. | Country, postal region, product and available customs route. |
After confirmation: only the charges expressly listed in the accepted DDP quote are prepaid. Charges that are excluded, newly imposed or caused by incorrect consignee information remain outside the confirmed service.
Information Required Before Shipping Vehicle-Specific Electronics
Vehicle compatibility information
- Vehicle brand, model and production year.
- Clear original dashboard and instrument-cluster photos.
- Original infotainment or factory system information.
- Left-hand-drive or right-hand-drive configuration.
- Relevant connector, camera or audio-system information.
Delivery and customs information
- Full recipient name matching local delivery requirements.
- Complete street address, region and postal code.
- Reachable telephone number for carrier contact.
- Tax or identification information when legally required.
- DDP confirmation before dispatch when the option is requested.
Do not provide an incomplete address: customs delays, failed delivery, storage charges or return costs caused by missing consignee information are not controlled by the product compatibility review.
What Optional DDP Covers and What It Does Not Cover
The accepted option can cover
- Import-charge items listed in the confirmed quote.
- Pre-shipment review of the eligible destination and route.
- Prepayment through the accepted carrier arrangement.
- A clearer landed-cost decision before dispatch.
The option does not automatically cover
- Taxes, penalties or fees not identified in the quote.
- Return-shipping duty, re-import fees or local repair charges.
- Customs delays or inspection time.
- Costs caused by an incorrect address or missing recipient details.
- Tariff changes after the quotation expires or the route changes.
Quotation validity: an optional DDP quote applies only to the product, declared value, delivery address, quotation period and carrier route stated in that quote.
Why Import Charges Require a Current Quote
Import costs are affected by destination tax rules, customs value, product classification, origin, tariff measures and the carrier’s customs route. A single global percentage would not be reliable for every digital instrument cluster or Android head unit order.
- European Union VAT rates: European Commission — VAT Rates .
- EU IOSS and the €150 boundary: European Commission — Customs Formalities for Low-Value Consignments .
- EU €3 temporary low-value customs duty from 1 July 2026: European Commission — Temporary Flat Fee Guidance .
- United States de minimis suspension: U.S. Customs and Border Protection — E-Commerce FAQs .
- Continuation of the U.S. de minimis suspension: White House — Continuing the Suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment .
- Temporary 10% U.S. import surcharge: White House — Temporary Import Surcharge Proclamation .
Reference review date: this page was reviewed on 16 June 2026. Tax and tariff rules can change. The actual carrier or customs-broker quotation must be checked before using a fixed amount for a live order.
iKAGOO Shipping, Delivery and Import Duty Questions
How long does iKAGOO shipping normally take?
Processing normally takes 1–3 business days. Estimated delivery after dispatch is usually 5–9 business days for the United States and Canada, 7–15 business days for the European Union, and 7–10 business days for the United Kingdom and Australia.
Is international tracking included?
A tracking number is normally provided after dispatch. Tracking updates may not appear immediately while the parcel is transferred into the carrier’s international network.
Are customs duty and VAT included in every iKAGOO order?
No. Import charges are included only when an eligible optional DDP quote has been accepted before shipment. Without confirmed DDP service, the recipient may be responsible for destination taxes, duties and carrier clearance charges.
Does DDP mean that the order is duty-free?
No. DDP does not remove duty or tax. It means the charges listed in the accepted quote are arranged for prepayment through the supported route.
Can I request DDP shipping for a digital instrument cluster?
Yes, when the destination, product value, classification and shipping route are eligible. Send the product link and full destination details before dispatch so the route can be reviewed.
Can I request DDP delivery for an Android head unit?
Yes, subject to the same destination and route review. The Android head unit version and vehicle compatibility should also be confirmed before the shipment is prepared.
Why is there no single fixed DDP percentage?
Import costs depend on the country, product classification, declared value, freight basis, tariff measures and carrier route. A single worldwide percentage would be inaccurate.
Can IOSS be used for a high-value digital cluster order?
IOSS applies to qualifying imported goods not exceeding €150. Most complete digital instrument clusters and premium Android head units exceed this value and therefore require another import handling route.
What can delay an international shipment?
Compatibility confirmation, missing address details, customs inspection, remote-area delivery, weather, holidays, carrier congestion and requests for recipient identification can all affect delivery timing.
How do I request a shipping or DDP quote?
Send the product link, quantity, destination country, state or region and postal code to iKAGOO before shipment. The available route, estimated amount and covered charges must be confirmed in writing.
Confirm Shipping and Import Costs Before Dispatch
Send the product link and full destination. iKAGOO will check the delivery estimate, available route and whether optional prepaid import handling is available for your order.
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