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.

Vietnam Clothing & Apparel — US Import Duty Table 2026

Product	HTS	MFN	§301	§122	2026 Total	Note
Cotton t-shirts (knit)	6109.10	16.5%	0%	10%	~26.5%	7.5pp cheaper than China (~34%)
Men's cotton trousers	6203.42	16.6%	0%	10%	~26.6%	Vietnam dominant supplier; 0% S301
Women's blouses (cotton)	6206.10	15.4%	0%	10%	~25.4%	Large Hanoi garment export base
Knit sweaters (cotton)	6110.20	16.5%	0%	10%	~26.5%	Strong knitwear sector in Ho Chi Minh City
Synthetic outerwear (jackets)	6201.13	27.7%	0%	10%	~37.7%	High MFN but no S301; vs 45.2% from China
Swimwear	6211.11	11.3%	0%	10%	~21.3%	vs ~28.8% from China; 7.5pp saving
Down-filled jackets	6201.93	4.4%	0%	10%	~14.4%	Low MFN + no S301; competitive origin
Hosiery / socks (cotton)	6115.95	13.5%	0%	10%	~23.5%	vs ~31% from China
Leather footwear	6403.59	10%	0%	10%	~20%	Major Vietnam export category; 0% S301
Athletic / sport footwear	6404.11	20%	0%	10%	~30%	Nike, Adidas, Puma all manufacture in Vietnam

Apparel Import Duty by Origin (2026)

Origin	MFN	§301	§122	Total	Note
Bangladesh	16.5%	0%	10%	~26.5%	Tied with Vietnam; LDC graduation risk 2026+
Vietnam	16.5%	0%	10%	~26.5%	World #3; strong quality controls
India	16.5%	0%	10%	~26.5%	World #2 cotton producer; growing apparel base
Morocco	0%	0%	10%	~10%	US-Morocco FTA 0% MFN — best tariff in North Africa
Mexico (USMCA)	0%	0%	10%	~10%	Nearshore; 0% if rules of origin met
China	16.5%	7.5%	10%	~34%	7.5pp more expensive than Vietnam for same garment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on clothing from Vietnam in 2026?

Clothing from Vietnam faces two duties in 2026: (1) MFN base duty — apparel carries 16.5% MFN for standard cotton items (HTS 6109.10), higher for synthetic fiber outerwear (up to 27.7%); (2) Section 122 flat surcharge — 10%, expiring July 24, 2026. Vietnam has no Section 301 tariff exposure — that is China-only. A standard cotton t-shirt from Vietnam totals approximately 26.5% (16.5% MFN + 10% S122), versus ~34% from China.

Why is Vietnam cheaper than China for clothing imports?

China's apparel faces an additional 7.5% Section 301 tariff (List 4A) on top of the 16.5% MFN base. Vietnam, Bangladesh, and India all avoid Section 301. For a $10 FOB garment, China adds ~$0.75 of Section 301 per unit on top of the MFN. At scale — say 100,000 units — that's $75,000 additional duty cost that Vietnam avoids. The difference compounds with Section 122 layering.

Does Vietnam have a free trade agreement with the United States?

No. As of June 2026, Vietnam and the United States do not have a bilateral free trade agreement. The US withdrew from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) in 2017, which would have given Vietnam FTA access. Discussions for a US-Vietnam FTA have been held but not concluded. Vietnam does have FTAs with the EU (EVFTA, 2020), the UK (UKVFTA), and ASEAN partners. Without a US FTA, Vietnam pays full MFN rates — the tariff advantage comes purely from the absence of Section 301.

What brands manufacture clothing in Vietnam for US import?

Vietnam is a major manufacturing hub for global apparel brands. Nike produces approximately 50% of its footwear and a significant share of apparel in Vietnam. Adidas, Puma, New Balance, and Columbia Sportswear also have major Vietnam manufacturing. H&M, Zara (Inditex), Gap, PVH (Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger), VF Corporation (The North Face, Timberland), and Hanesbrands all source significant volumes from Vietnam. This scale gives Vietnam strong supplier infrastructure and quality control.

How does Vietnam clothing duty compare to Bangladesh?

Vietnam and Bangladesh are essentially tied on US import duty for apparel in 2026: both pay 16.5% MFN + 0% S301 + 10% S122 = ~26.5% for standard cotton garments. Neither has a US FTA. Key differences: Bangladesh is an LDC (Least Developed Country) with EU duty-free access that Vietnam lacks — Bangladesh is the stronger sourcing choice for EU-bound production. Vietnam offers better infrastructure, higher minimum wage (and thus quality), and stronger IP protections. Bangladesh faces LDC graduation risk post-2027 which could affect EU EBA access but not US MFN rates.