The GRA was somewhat alerted to this and used Twitter to address the numerous charges.
In response to Michael’s assertion that the duties were excessive, GRA stated: “At the moment, Ghana employs the Harmonized System (HS) Customs Code to classify commodities. Tariffs are variable and based on value (ad valorem), weight, or volume (specific). Unless they are completely exempt from customs duties, the majority of commodities are subject to import duties. Taxes and levies, including Value Added Tax (VAT). The cost of the item, including shipping and insurance, is used to determine the import duty. The CIF + duty is used to calculate the VAT and other fees and levies.
They added that they are merely carrying out their duty and that the legality of the tariffs placed on imported items.
“Duty on imported items is computed in accordance with the Customs Law. Only carrying out our duties. Report any extortion-related evidence you may have anywhere you feel comfortable.
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