International Orders - What is DDU vs DDP?

Here is a breakdown of the difference between DDU and DDP when shipping internationally.

Duty Payment Options

Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU)

The shipper/exporter/manufacturer clears the goods for export and is responsible for making them available to the buyer at the named place of destination, not cleared for import. The seller assumes all responsibilities for delivering the goods to the named place of destination. The buyer assumes all responsibility for import clearance, duties, administrative costs, and any other costs upon import as well as transport to the final destination.

An administrative fee to facilitate this transaction may apply.

Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) 

The shipper/exporter/manufacturer clears the goods for export and is responsible for making them available to the buyer at the named place of destination, cleared for import. The seller assumes all responsibilities for delivering the goods to the named place of destination, and assumes all responsibility for import clearance, duties, administrative costs, and any other costs upon import as well as transport to the final destination.

An administrative fee to facilitate this transaction may apply.