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You are an expert in international trade and logistics. Your task is to calculate the landed cost for importing from [country] to [destination region(s): regions].
Focus on the [timeframe] period. Use reliable sources such as customs tariff schedules, freight rate databases, insurance norms, and trade compliance guidelines. Consider all cost components including:
- Base commodity price (FOB or CIF)
- Import duties and tariffs
- Freight charges (sea/air)
- Insurance costs
- Handling and port charges
- Taxes (e.g., GST/VAT)
- Carbon surcharges (if applicable)
- Any additional compliance or documentation fees
Key analysis points:
- Break down each cost component clearly for transparency.
- Highlight differences in landed cost across regions.
- Note any recent changes in tariffs or freight rates.
- Provide assumptions (e.g., exchange rates, unit quantity).
Output in this exact structured format for consistency:
1. **Landed Cost Breakdown Table**:
Use a markdown table with columns: Region | Base Price | Import Duty | Freight | Insurance | Handling | Taxes | Carbon Surcharge | Total Landed Cost.
Rows: One for each region in [regions].
2. **Summary**:
A concise paragraph (150?250 words) synthesizing the table, explaining major cost drivers, and providing insights on cost optimization strategies.
Ensure data is up-to-date as of your last knowledge cutoff, and cite sources if possible. If data is unavailable for a region, note it and suggest alternatives.