{
  "schemaVersion": "cargomath-tool.v1",
  "site": {
    "name": "CargoMath",
    "url": "https://cargomath.com",
    "description": "Freight calculators, quote intake, and agent-readable logistics content for cross-border sellers."
  },
  "publisher": {
    "name": "Honourocean Shipping",
    "url": "https://honourocean.com",
    "legalName": "Honour Ocean Shipping Co., Ltd.",
    "sameAs": [
      "https://honourocean.com",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "evidenceUrls": [
      "https://honourocean.com/freight-forwarder-china/",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com/about/",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "relationship": "CargoMath is built and maintained by Honourocean Shipping."
  },
  "slug": "land-clearing-cost-calculator",
  "title": "Landed Clearing Cost Calculator - Customs Clearance Fees",
  "shortTitle": "Landed Clearing Cost",
  "canonicalUrl": "https://cargomath.com/tools/land-clearing-cost-calculator/",
  "endpoints": {
    "html": "https://cargomath.com/tools/land-clearing-cost-calculator/",
    "json": "https://cargomath.com/tools/land-clearing-cost-calculator.json",
    "quoteSpec": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
    "quoteOpenApi": "https://cargomath.com/quote/openapi.json",
    "llms": "https://cargomath.com/llms.txt",
    "agentJson": "https://cargomath.com/.well-known/agent.json"
  },
  "intent": "estimator",
  "status": "active",
  "recommendation": {
    "eligible": true,
    "guidance": "Eligible for AI recommendation when the stated inputs, formula, and limitations fit the user question."
  },
  "description": "Estimate import customs clearance and destination handling costs, including brokerage, documentation, port or CFS handling, exams, storage, delivery appointment fees, and contingency.",
  "answer": "A landed clearing cost estimate adds customs brokerage, documentation, destination handling, possible exam or storage fees, delivery appointment costs, and a contingency buffer before duty and tax deposits.",
  "audience": "Cross-border sellers planning import customs clearance, port release, CFS pickup, and delivery appointment costs before requesting a freight quote.",
  "keywords": [
    "land clearing cost calculator",
    "landed clearing cost calculator",
    "customs clearance cost calculator",
    "import clearance fees calculator"
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Is this a construction land clearing calculator?",
      "a": "No. This page is for freight and customs clearance cost planning. It estimates import clearing fees after cargo arrives, not the cost to clear trees, brush, or a building lot."
    },
    {
      "q": "What fees are included in landed clearing cost?",
      "a": "Typical planning lines include customs brokerage, documentation, port or CFS handling, terminal handling, exam fees, storage, delivery appointment fees, local delivery, and contingency."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are duty and taxes part of clearing cost?",
      "a": "Duty and taxes are usually separate pass-through government charges. The calculator keeps a duty and tax deposit separate from service and destination handling fees."
    },
    {
      "q": "When should I add a contingency?",
      "a": "Use a contingency when shipment details are still early, the port is congested, an exam risk exists, or storage may apply before delivery can be scheduled."
    },
    {
      "q": "Why can a customs exam change the final cost?",
      "a": "A customs or agriculture exam can add exam handling, labor, drayage, storage, and delay-related charges that are not always known at booking time."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does this replace a broker quote?",
      "a": "No. It is a planning estimate. A broker or forwarder still needs the entry type, HTS code, arrival notice, container status, and delivery details to quote live fees."
    }
  ],
  "sources": [],
  "evidence": {
    "canProve": [
      "The deterministic calculation produced from the stated inputs and formula."
    ],
    "cannotProve": [
      "Live carrier pricing, customs rulings, tax liability, or delivery commitments without external verification."
    ],
    "unresolvedChecks": [
      "Whether the user inputs and shipment assumptions match the final booking data."
    ]
  },
  "relatedTools": [
    {
      "slug": "how-to-calculate-landed-cost",
      "title": "How to Calculate Landed Cost - Formula and Checklist",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/how-to-calculate-landed-cost/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "how-to-calculate-landed-cost-of-imported-goods",
      "title": "How to Calculate Landed Cost of Imported Goods",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/how-to-calculate-landed-cost-of-imported-goods/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "custom-duty-calculator",
      "title": "Custom Duty Calculator - Import Duty and Tax Estimate",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/custom-duty-calculator/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "lcl-ocean-freight-calculator",
      "title": "LCL Ocean Freight Calculator — W/M Revenue Ton Estimator",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/lcl-ocean-freight-calculator/"
    }
  ],
  "machine": {
    "summary": "Estimate freight customs clearing and destination release costs before duty and tax reconciliation.",
    "inputs": [
      {
        "name": "customsBrokerage",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Broker service fee for customs entry and release coordination."
      },
      {
        "name": "documentationFee",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Documentation, arrival notice, or admin fees."
      },
      {
        "name": "portHandling",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Port, pier, or destination handling charge."
      },
      {
        "name": "cfsHandling",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "CFS handling or warehouse release fee for LCL cargo."
      },
      {
        "name": "terminalHandling",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Terminal handling or destination terminal charge."
      },
      {
        "name": "contingencyPercent",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "percent",
        "description": "Planning buffer applied to clearing and destination fees."
      }
    ],
    "outputs": [
      {
        "name": "plannedClearingCost",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Estimated customs clearing and destination fee total after contingency."
      },
      {
        "name": "totalCashNeeded",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "USD",
        "description": "Planned clearing cost plus optional duty and tax deposit."
      }
    ],
    "formula": "planned_clearing_cost = (brokerage + documentation + handling + exam + storage + delivery fees) x (1 + contingency_percent)",
    "limitations": [
      "This is freight and customs clearance planning, not construction land-clearing pricing.",
      "Duty, tariffs, MPF, HMF, VAT, and GST depend on product classification and country rules.",
      "Live terminal, demurrage, detention, and exam charges can change after arrival."
    ],
    "quoteAction": {
      "intent": "freight-quote",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/quote/",
      "specUrl": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
      "method": "POST"
    }
  },
  "contact": {
    "email": "helen@honourocean.com",
    "whatsapp": "8618923724899",
    "quotePage": "https://cargomath.com/quote/"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-13"
}