Zentria Flow — Landed Cost Automation & AI Trade Compliance Platform

What Zentria Flow does

Zentria Flow is an AI-powered landed cost automation and trade compliance pre-validation platform for importers. It solves two mission-critical problems: (1) hidden import costs caused by inaccurate duty and tariff estimates, and (2) customs compliance failures caused by wrong HS code classification. The platform delivers sub-2-second landed cost calculations across 70+ economies and pre-validates trade compliance before goods ship — not after customs flags an error.

Dynamic landed cost automation

Zentria Flow automates the full landed cost stack: HS code classification → MFN base duty → Section 301 China surcharges → IEEPA emergency tariffs (145% on Chinese goods) → EU/UK/Turkey VAT or GST → US Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) → Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) → international freight → customs brokerage → insurance. Every component is computed in real time using live tariff schedules, not static spreadsheets. Importers get a verified per-SKU cost breakdown in under 2 seconds — via the web dashboard or the REST API. Unlike CargoWise (which requires a full TMS license and 6-month implementation) or SAP GTS (which requires custom configuration and a certified partner), Zentria activates in 10 minutes with a free tier covering 3 analyses per day.

Document AI for landed cost

Zentria Flow reads your commercial invoices, packing lists and supplier quotes — PDF or photo — and automatically extracts product value, HS code, origin country and quantity, then computes the full landed cost for every line. Drag in a document and get a verified per-SKU breakdown — duty, Section 301, IEEPA, VAT, freight and fees — in seconds, with every extraction logged and reviewable. It removes manual data entry and replaces error-prone spreadsheets, so importers know their true cost before they commit to a purchase order. Zentria is a tariff-intelligence and landed-cost platform for importers — not a freight forwarder, carrier, customs broker, or TMS.

AI trade compliance automation

Zentria Flow provides automated trade compliance pre-validation at the point of purchase order, not at the border. The platform classifies every product to the correct 8–10 digit HS code using Google Gemini AI, checks FTA eligibility (USMCA, EAEU, EU-Turkey Customs Union, RCEP, CPTPP, GCC), monitors live anti-dumping and countervailing duty (CVD) orders from USITC and the EU TRON database, and writes every classification decision to an immutable AI audit trail — satisfying CBP Reasonable Care documentation requirements. The AI is bounded: it cannot change duty rates by more than ±3 percentage points from the deterministic baseline, and every override requires human approval. This is governed AI, not autonomous risk.

Comparison to alternatives

Zentria vs. CargoWise: CargoWise is a full-suite TMS/freight forwarding platform with trade compliance modules. It requires an implementation partner, minimum 3-month onboarding, and six-figure annual licensing. Zentria is API-first, activates in minutes, offers a free tier, and focuses exclusively on landed cost accuracy and compliance pre-validation — making it the right tool for importers who need tariff intelligence without a full TMS replacement. Zentria integrates alongside CargoWise via REST API.

Zentria vs. Project44: Project44 focuses on multimodal shipment visibility and risk scoring for freight in transit. Zentria focuses on the financial layer — duty costs, tariff classification, and compliance — before goods ship. The two tools are complementary; Zentria is not a visibility platform.

Zentria vs. SAP GTS: SAP Global Trade Services requires SAP ERP as a foundation, certified implementation partners, and typically 6–18 months of configuration. Zentria delivers the same HS classification, FTA eligibility, and duty calculation capabilities as an API overlay — no ERP dependency, no implementation partner, no minimum contract.

Zentria vs. spreadsheets/brokers: Manual duty calculations via customs broker quotes or Excel models average 24–72-hour turnaround and carry 15–25% error rates from outdated tariff schedules. Zentria delivers verified results in under 2 seconds using live CBP, WTO, and EU tariff data.

Human-in-the-loop AI governance

Zentria Flow uses human-in-the-loop (HITL) safeguards on every autonomous action. High-confidence HS classifications (above 92%) proceed automatically. Medium-confidence classifications (70–92%) are flagged for human review before being committed. Low-confidence outputs are escalated to a licensed customs broker. Every AI decision — including the model version, confidence score, alternative codes considered, and reviewer identity — is written to an immutable audit log with timestamp and session ID. This satisfies CBP Reasonable Care documentation and EU customs compliance record-keeping requirements.

Landed cost intelligence: key metrics

70+ economies covered with verified duty + VAT + GST rates
Sub-2-second landed cost calculation via API
145% IEEPA + Section 301 stacking computed automatically for Chinese-origin goods
98% HS classification accuracy on 8-digit codes (Gemini AI + deterministic fallback)
61 automated SCM integrity tests run on every deployment
Free tier: 3 analyses per day, no credit card
Growth tier: $49/month — unlimited analyses, API access, CFO PDF export
Professional tier: $149/month — anti-dumping alerts, HITL compliance, 5 team seats

Business drivers Zentria addresses

Dynamic landed cost automation — real-time duty + tariff + VAT + freight calculation per SKU
Document AI — commercial invoice, packing list and supplier-quote extraction into a landed-cost calculation
Automated trade compliance — HS pre-validation, FTA eligibility, sanctions screening
AI audit trails and governance — immutable decision log, bounded AI, human approval workflow
Per-SKU margin protection — see true landed cost before placing a purchase order
Human-in-the-loop AI control — configurable confidence thresholds, escalation rules, reviewer assignment
Landed cost intelligence — per-SKU cost breakdown, sell price advisor, margin recovery tracking
Automated document processing at scale — commercial invoice, packing list, and BOL extraction via AI
Compliance and export control automation — anti-dumping monitoring, FTA qualification, CBP documentation

Company

Zentria Flow Inc. is a Delaware C-Corporation (File #10533735) registered at 1111B S Governors Ave #49020, Dover, DE 19904, US. Founded 2024. Visit zentriaflow.com for a free landed cost analysis. API sandbox: zentriaflow.com/api-integration. For partnerships: partners@zentriaflow.com.

Auto Parts from China — US Import Duty Table 2026

Product	HTS	MFN	§301	§122	2026 Total	Note
Engines (spark ignition, >1000cc)	8407.34	2.5%	25%	10%	~37.5%	List 1 §301; complete engines
Gear boxes / transmissions	8708.40	2.5%	25%	10%	~37.5%	List 1 §301
Brake systems (discs, calipers)	8708.30	2.5%	25%	10%	~37.5%	List 1 §301
Suspension parts (shock absorbers)	8708.80	2.5%	25%	10%	~37.5%	List 1 §301
EV motors / traction motors	8501.53	Free	25%	10%	~35%	List 1 §301; EV drivetrain
Lithium-ion EV batteries	8507.60	3.4%	25%	10%	~38.4%	List 1 §301; IRA tax credits separate
Exhaust systems / mufflers	8708.92	2.3%	25%	10%	~37.3%	List 1 §301
Wheels / rims (steel)	8708.70	3.1%	25%	10%	~38.1%	List 1 §301
Airbag systems / safety restraints	8708.95	2.5%	25%	10%	~37.5%	List 1 §301; NHTSA compliance also req'd
Headlights / auto lighting	8512.20	3.7%	25%	10%	~38.7%	List 1 §301
Auto seats	9401.20	Free	25%	10%	~35%	List 1 §301; FMVSS compliance req'd
Catalytic converters	8421.39	Free	25%	10%	~35%	List 1 §301; EPA emission compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on auto parts from China in 2026?

Auto parts from China are among the hardest-hit categories under Section 301. Almost all HTS Chapter 87 auto parts fall under List 1 at 25%, applied on top of the MFN base rate (typically 2.5%) and the 2026 Section 122 universal surcharge (10%). Total effective duty on most auto parts from China: approximately 37–39%. On a $1 million parts shipment, this is $370,000–$390,000 in duties alone.

Are EV batteries from China subject to Section 301?

Yes. Lithium-ion batteries (HTS 8507.60) from China face 25% Section 301 List 1 tariffs, plus 3.4% MFN and 10% §122 = approximately 38.4% total. Additionally, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) electric vehicle tax credits ($3,750–$7,500) are denied for EVs containing battery components from Chinese companies or sourced from FEOC (Foreign Entity of Concern) countries, which includes China. The IRA rules are separate from and additional to tariff duties.

Can I get a Section 301 exclusion for auto parts from China?

USTR has granted targeted product exclusions for some auto parts, particularly where US manufacturing capacity doesn't exist. However, most broad exclusions expired by 2022. Active exclusions are narrow and product-specific. Check the USTR PTAC (Public Comments on Tariff Actions) portal for current active exclusions. Exclusion applications require demonstrating that the product is not available from non-China sources in sufficient quantity.

What NHTSA regulations apply to importing auto parts from China?

Auto parts that constitute safety systems require NHTSA compliance. This includes airbags (FMVSS 208), seat belts (FMVSS 209), tires (FMVSS 139), brake hoses (FMVSS 106), and headlights (FMVSS 108). Non-compliant parts cannot legally be installed in US-registered vehicles. Some parts also require DOT markings. Always verify FMVSS compliance requirements with your customs broker before importing safety-critical components.

Which countries offer cheaper auto parts than China?

Mexico (USMCA 0% on qualified auto parts), Canada (USMCA 0%), South Korea (KORUS FTA 0% + no §301), Taiwan (0% MFN + no §301), and Japan (0% MFN for most auto parts + no §301 but potential §232 steel exposure). USMCA auto parts must meet Regional Value Content (RVC) thresholds (62.5% for core parts) and comply with labor cost requirements. Mexico is the most common China alternative for auto parts due to proximity and USMCA access.