As usual, following is the common definition of the three terms: CBU: complete built unit, i.e. finished automobile SKD II: car body is fully painted and glazed. Truck cabin is fully painted Engine, gearbox, axles, suspension, driveshaft, steering, seats, tyres, batteries, exhaust system, electrical parts, etc. are supplied as individual units for assembly SKD I: semi knocked down parts. Car body and trucks cabin are unpainted. The engine, gearbox, axles, suspension, driveshaft, steering, seats, tyres, batteries, exhaust system, electrical parts, etc. are supplied as individual units for assembly CKD: completely Knocked down parts. All materials supplied are loose for final welding and final assembly, or raw body shell with all other parts loose and not assembled You must make sure which definition is accepted by your local customs for less tariff, and the exact customs duty rate of the vehicle importing with each status, this is very important
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