SEDDocumentationNegotiable

Shipper's Export Declaration (SED) - Electronic Export Information

A US export declaration requirement (now called EEI in AES) for shipments from the US valued over $2,500 or requiring an export license.

Per Shipment
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
FCLLCLAirRailCourierRoadFBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
$20$60
flat rate

AES filing: $20-$60 per filing through customs brokers or electronic filing software.

Who Pays?

Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability

Negotiable — discuss with your freight forwarder.

AES filing fees are competitive. Automated AES filing through carriers or software costs $20-$50 per filing.

Adjustment Frequency

MonthlyWeeklyFixed

Current rate reviewed: Per customs filing

Chargeable Unit

Flat Rate

Formula / Calculation

SED/AES Fee = Electronic Export Information Filing Fee
USAexportAESEEI

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SED still required or replaced by AES?
The paper SED was replaced by electronic AES (Automated Export System). Physical SED forms are no longer used.