As I recall, the question is Y/N, so you don't have to state the exact amount. Am I wrong?
What irks me the most is that the US is supposed to be this free trade model, supporter, and promoter, but they sack you with "duties" on practically anything and everything you may want to bring in.
As for me, I don't declare anything. Part of it is principle, and part of it is that I don't want to pay "duties". I haven't been given any extra attention in the past, but I know I'm risking getting my purchases confiscated. (I don't think they can do anything if you tell them it was a gift, not a purchase)
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