Need advise on shipping to overseas

[Lastdance]

Hi all,

 

I intend to sell some stuffs to USA and need some advise.

 

Which courier service is the best in terms of speed and handling of item? I've checked UPS, DHL, Fedex and Singpost and Singpost has the best rates.

 

Which of these provide insurance and tracking service for both sender and receiver?

 

What fees do I need to pay if I'm sending to USA? eg. tax/duties

 

If item is lost in transit, which party has to process the insurance?

 

What are the benefits for declaring item as "gift"? Heard from friend that this will be tax exempted, but not sure why.

 

I read briefly that UPS has tied up with eBay. If I list the items on eBay, will they automatically provide the buyer with the shipping fees and such?

 

Thanks for advise and clarification

[Phiber]

Use Singpost for cheapest rates..

 

Tracking is via registered article and you can get insurance also..

 

No fees, just posting rates. Tax/duties is paid by other side if declared value is over a certain amt, check with receiver.

 

If item lost, sender will need to file a claim.