Tax Evasion: Significant undervaluation (e.g., $1000 item as $50) triggers reassessment, requiring tax payment plus late feesSevere Penalties: Cases >50% undervaluation risk 1-5x tax fines, confiscation, or return shipments (costing 1.5-2x original freight)
Blacklisting: Repeat offenses lead to 100% inspection of future shipments
Insurance Void: Compensation capped at declared value (e.g., $800 camera declared at $100 → max $100 reimbursement)
Legal Risks: May be classified as smuggling (impacts credit/immigration) or freeze courier accounts
