Notice Regarding Resumption of Preorder Acceptance for U.S. Territories
2025.05.22
Thank you for your continued support of the Good Smile Company Online Store.
We are pleased to announce the resumption of preorder acceptance for the following regions from Wednesday, May 21, 2025, which had been temporarily suspended since Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This resumption is in response to a temporary tariff relief agreement between the United States and China.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers during this period.
Regions Where Preorders Have Resumed
- United States
- Puerto Rico
- Guam
- Northern Mariana Islands
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- American Samoa
Important Information
- The current tariff relief is a temporary measure effective for a period of 90 days. Tariff conditions may be subject to review once this period concludes.
- Please note that this relief is partial and does not constitute a full exemption from tariffs.
- Products manufactured in China may still incur additional charges such as import duties upon delivery.
- Tariffs are taxes imposed by the U.S. government and are not related to the product price. We are unable to accept order cancellations due to tariff-related charges.
- Before placing your order, please confirm the customs regulations of your shipping region. All customs duties, import taxes, and clearance fees are the responsibility of the recipient.
*Please note that the above information is subject to change based on future announcements by the U.S. government.
*No special cancellation measures are planned for or after June 2025.
FAQs Regarding Customs & Tariffs
Who pays the tariffs?
The recipient of the goods (the customer) is responsible for paying any applicable tariffs, either through the shipping carrier at delivery or directly to customs.
If the item is being shipped from Japan, why is it considered a product from China?
U.S. Customs determines tariffs based on the country of origin (where the product is being manufactured), not the country where the product is being shipped from. Therefore, if the product was manufactured in China, it will be classified as a product made in China.
Can I find out how much the tariff amount will be in advance?
Tariff amounts are determined by customs based on factors such as price, product type, origin, and tariff classification (HS code). Unfortunately, we cannot provide an exact estimate in advance. For details, please contact your local customs office or shipping provider.