When I order from Dayacom, I have not had to pay any custom fees. They do pretty good about telling you the fees upfront. However, when I order from the others, with the exception of Rizheng, there has been custom fees on top of shipping fees.
I think as suppliers of their goods, we always want customers to come through us. However, capitalism, if anyone wants to go directly through them for their products, they have the right to do so. I think that as suppliers we should tell you the truth, not use "fear" tactics to try and keep someone from doing it.
It is not always easy, the first order was literally at my door within a week from shipping, the second order was held in customs for a day because it was "ink" and I had to show them my tax returns to prove who I was and sign a power of attorney for DHL to work with customs. After that, it was released in a day and was on my door 2 days after that. Even that small hold up was not bad because of all the help that DHL provided. They were calling and rushing me, which was exceptional service. I have been very pleased at the service Dayacom and DHL provides when ordering.
I hope this information helps you with your decision and feel free to call me with any questions.
Jon David Jones