As an old hand in importing kitchen appliances, every time I take on an induction cooker project, I will first play a number game with the client - confirm the HS code. Household induction cookers are usually classified under60with an import tariff of about 10% (most - favored - nation tariff rate) and a value - added tax of 13%. But note:
Last week, a client overpaid 5% in tariffs due to misreporting the code, which reminds us:Small differences in product functions may lead to a tax difference of tens of thousands. The customs consumption tips also particularly emphasize that it is necessary to check key parameters such as the rated voltage and power on the product nameplate.
As the customs tips say, induction cookers belong tomandatory certification products. In the cases I have handled, about 30% of customs clearance delays are due to certification issues:
When importing for a certain German brand last year, we encountered the situation of missing plug certification. Finally, throughBonded area warehousing + Domestic supplementary certificationscheme, the loss of returning the whole batch of goods was avoided.
According to the product characteristics emphasized in the customs notice, we formulated a special customs clearance plan:
Special Reminder: For induction cookers,the magnetic components may trigger the customs X-ray machine alarm, it is recommended to report in advance. In March this year, a batch of imported goods from Japan was inspected and opened for this reason. Fortunately, we prepared the coil material certificate and completed the inspection and release within 2 hours.
The consumer tips from the customs actually contain the secrets of product selection:
One of the Italian brands we cooperate with adopted these suggestions, and the complaint rate of its products decreased by 60% after they were launched. Remember:Smooth customs clearance is just the beginning, and compliance in terminal sales is the long-term way.
Aiming at the pain points of small and medium-sized importers, we developed theNanny-style agency service:
Last month, we just helped aCross-border E-commercecustomer import 200 Japanese induction cookers using this mode. It only took48 Hoursfrom arrival at the port to entering the bonded warehouse, saving 40% of the time cost compared with the traditional mode.
Combining years of pit-filling experience, summarize several high-frequency minefields:
It is recommended to conductthird-party pre-inspectionbefore import: Overseas inspection + Document review + Sample testing. Spending an additional 5,000 yuan on inspection fees may avoid a loss of 500,000 yuan.
Finally, here is a professional insight for everyone:Importing induction cookers is like cooking. The heat (customs clearance time), ingredients (documents), and cooking skills (experience) are all indispensable. If you encounter any problems, feel free to communicate with me, the old cook at any time!?
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