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A clearer starting point for your customs bond.

Estimate standard coverage, then have the shipment and importer facts reviewed. The bond’s face amount is not its price.

Plan an annual coverage amount.

Use the previous 12 months of qualifying duties, taxes and fees. For a new importer, use your next-12-month estimate. Include applicable additional duties.

Activity Code 1 planning baseline: 10% of the total, subject to a $50,000 minimum and CBP’s rounding increments. Unpaid bills, debit vouchers, exclusions from the qualifying entry base, special activities and CBP adjustments are not modeled here. Ask us for a review if any apply.

Coverage and cost are different.

A bond secures obligations to CBP. The surety premium is a separate charge, and underwriting or collateral may be required. Higher duties or changing import activity can affect the coverage needed.

This estimator covers limited Activity Code 1 scenarios. It does not sell or issue bonds, provide a surety quote, or determine whether existing coverage is sufficient.

Source & basis

CBP’s bond amount guide and publication notice ↗

19 CFR 113.13 — Amount of bond ↗

Formula basis: CBP February 2024 guide, sections 6.4.1 and 6.4.2. Reviewed November 12, 2026. Verify current requirements before use.

General information for planning only. Requirements depend on the goods, parties and entry date. Verify current agency instructions and have Kartash review your shipment before filing or relying on an estimate.

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