We've been asked to drop ship for a customer in america, us sending single shipments to end users (100 a week), however it will only work if we under declare the value of each item so customer doesn't pay duties, what are the implications for us? If we get inspected for VAT will they check customs declarations and what would be our implications if they are under declared exports?
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Export problem!
Don't do it!
There may well be Customs offences/breaches, but there is a possibility of criminal fraud.
No doubt others will add more detailed comments.
You will be making false export declarations for EU Duty purposes for a starter. This can be treated as either a criminal or Civil case depensing on the circumstances. The US Customs, if they discover this undervaluation, have draconian powers and have imprisoned importers or associates in the US as well as informing the EU authorities to ensure you are penalised. Our American cousins take a dim view of this practice.
The simple answer as Les says is DON'T DO IT