Trade Declaration

Here is a detailed list of common Other Freight Charges (OFT) based on industry sources and freight documentation, which are typically included under OFT in customs and trade declarations:

Full List of Common Other Freight Charges (OFT)

• Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF): Surcharge to cover fluctuating fuel costs for shipping.
• Currency Adjustment Factor (CAF): Charge related to currency exchange rate fluctuations.
• Origin Terminal Handling Charges (OTHC): Fees for handling containers at the port of origin.
• Destination Terminal Handling Charges (DTHC): Fees for handling containers at the destination port.
• Congestion Surcharge (CON): Fees to compensate for port or terminal congestion delays.
• Emergency Risk Surcharge (ERS): Additional fees for shipments through risky or high-risk areas.
• Heavy Lift Surcharge (HEA): Fees applied for heavy or oversized cargo requiring special handling.
• Out of Gauge Surcharge (OOG): Charges for cargo that exceeds standard container dimensions.
• Peak Season Surcharge (PSS): Applied during periods of high shipping demand.
• Special Equipment Surcharge (SPE): Fees for specialized containers like refrigerated or hazardous cargo containers.
• Hazardous Cargo Surcharge (HAZ): Additional handling and compliance fees for hazardous materials.
• Suez Canal Surcharge (SUE): Fees applied for shipments transiting through the Suez Canal.
• Panama Canal Surcharge (PCC): Fees for cargo passing through the Panama Canal.
• Aden Gulf Surcharge (ADE): Risk-related fees for transiting piracy-prone areas like the Gulf of Aden.
• Detention Charges: Penalties for exceeding allotted container return or usage time.
• Demurrage Charges: Fees for delayed cargo pick-up or prolonged storage at ports.
• Documentation Fees: Charges for preparing shipping, customs, or export documents.
• Wharfage Fees: Charges for using port facilities.
• On-Carriage Charges (ONC): Inland transport fees after unloading at destination port.
• Insurance Fees: Cost for insuring cargo during transit.
• Fuel Surcharge: Charges that offset variations in fuel prices.
• Handling Fees: Charges for loading, unloading, or securing cargo.
• Security Fees: Costs related to cargo inspection and screening.
• Re-consignment Charges: Fees for changing delivery instructions mid-shipment.
• Storage Fees: Charges for storing cargo either at port or in transit.
• Customs Brokerage Fees: Payments for clearing goods through customs.
• Container Cleaning Fees: Costs for cleaning containers before reuse or return.
• Cleaning and Fumigation Fees: Charges for pest control and cargo cleaning required by regulations.

This list reflects many common disruptive or situational freight charges categorized as OFT in customs or shipping documentation. These charges are generally recorded as monetary values with their respective currency and qualifier in TradeDeclaration under "Other Freight Charges" or equivalent qualifiers.

Here is a compiled full list of common ONS (Other Non-Standard Charges) frequently applied in import declarations, based on relevant internet resources and customs practices:

Full List of ONS (Other Non-Standard Charges)

• Administrative Fees: Charges for paperwork processing, customs paperwork, or other administrative tasks.
• Inspection Fees: Costs charged for physical inspection of goods by customs or authorities.
• Storage Fees: Charges for storing goods at port or customs warehouse beyond free storage time.
• Quarantine Fees: Charges for quarantine inspection or treatment required on certain goods.
• Handling Fees: Fees for handling cargo in ports or warehouses.
• Processing Fees: Government or agent fees for processing customs clearances.
• Security Fees: Charges related to security inspections, scanning, or screening.
• Documentation Fees: Charges to prepare and submit shipping and customs documentation.
• Brokerage Fees: Payments to customs brokers for clearance services.
• Demurrage Fees: Penalties charged for delayed release of containers or cargo beyond allotted time.
• Detention Fees: Charges applied for keeping containers or equipment outside the port longer than agreed.
• Entry Fees: Fees for customs entry filing.
• Port Charges: Includes port service fees, wharfage, and terminal fees.
• Deconsolidation Fees: Charges for breaking down shipment packages for further distribution.
• Service Charges: Additional service-related fees assessed by carriers, agents, or customs.
• Sanitary and Phytosanitary Fees: Charges related to health and safety inspections.
• Testing Fees: Charges for laboratory or compliance testing.
• Environmental Fees: Levies applied for recycling or environmental compliance.
• Customs User Fees: Fees charged by customs agencies for processing shipment declarations.
• Value Added Tax (VAT) and Deferred VAT: Taxes payable on imports or deferred for later payment.
• Handling Surcharges: Added surcharges related to handling and logistics.
• License and Permit Fees: Charges for obtaining required import licenses or permits.
• Miscellaneous Surcharges: Catch-all category for any other fees not specifically categorized.

These ONS charges vary by country, port, and shipment type but represent typical miscellaneous costs beyond standard freight, insurance, and duties.

These can be cross-referenced to TradeDeclaration's DeclarationCurrency fields for customs processing.
All these amounts are currencies describing financial charges related to the transaction reflected in the TradeDeclaration schema. They provide comprehensive monetary details for customs valuation, duty, and fees.

Explanation for VOTC and VOTI:

• VOTC: Value of Transaction Currency — the currency in which the total transaction value is expressed.
• VOTI: Value of Transaction Invoice — the currency of the invoice amount.
• ONS: Other Charges (miscellaneous fees)
• OFT: Other Freight Charges (extra freight/shipping fees)

VOTI Base: VOTI = Cust Val + Duty Amount + T&I

GST Amount: GST = VOTI × GST Rate (e.g., 10%)