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Gym Equipment Import Guide 2026

Tariffs, shipping terms, customs paperwork and landing costs — a step-by-step playbook for importing commercial fitness equipment.

Gym Equipment Import Guide 2026

Importing a gym container is a well-trodden path — but small mistakes in HS classification or Incoterms can add weeks of delay and thousands of dollars in unexpected costs.

Key Features

  • Know your HS codes before you quote (9506.91 for gym equipment)

  • Choose Incoterms deliberately: EXW vs FOB vs CIF change your risk profile

  • Plan for 25-45 days sea freight plus 3-7 days customs clearance

  • Ask suppliers for a full packing list and export compliance docs

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