From Germany to Shanghai: A capsule production equipment's clearance journey

As a senior consultant who has been deeply engaged inImport Representation行業(yè)20年的”老司機(jī)”，我們ZhongShen International Traderecently completed the import of a German-made capsule production equipmentImport Clearanceset. This €2.8 million precision equipment, from Hamburg port to final delivery at the client's factory, required perfectly coordinated professional teamwork like a symphony.

進(jìn)口前的”體檢報(bào)告”：資料準(zhǔn)備三要素

在設(shè)備還沒發(fā)貨前，我們的專業(yè)團(tuán)隊(duì)就開始了”望聞問切”：

• Trade document trio：合同、發(fā)票、裝箱單必須像”三胞胎”般信息一致
• HS code diagnosis: Locked 8479.89.90 code based on technical parameters, confirming 8% tariff + 13% VAT
• : Verified no used mechanical/electrical components to avoid quarantine issues

到港后的”急診室”：72小時(shí)通關(guān)實(shí)錄

When equipment arrived at Shanghai Yangshan Port, the real test began:

1. Bill of lading blitz: Completed bill exchange within 2 hours using original B/L
2. Declaration obstacle course：應(yīng)對(duì)海關(guān)對(duì)”設(shè)備功能描述”的7次追問
3. Inspection攻堅(jiān)戰(zhàn)Assist customs in completing the container inspection and explain the working principle of the equipment on-site
4. Tax payment express card：電子支付實(shí)現(xiàn)”秒級(jí)”通關(guān)

那些年我們踩過的”坑”：equipment. For example, Indonesia has the SNI certification, Thailand has the TISI certification, and the Philippines has the BPS certification. It is necessary to confirm in advance the equipment voltage (such as 380V/50Hz in Thailand), the compatibility of the CE certification, and the proof of environmentally friendly materials.The three major traps

Based on our experience with 200+ equipment import cases, we particularly remind you to pay attention to:

專業(yè)代理的”隱藏價(jià)值”：省下的不僅是時(shí)間

Many clients initially only focus on agency fees, but through this case, the client ultimately gained:

• Professional supportSaved CNY 112,000 in tariffs through classification suggestions
• Risk avoidanceEarly warning avoided3CCertification issues
• Efficiency ImprovementReduced clearance time by 9 working days compared to client self-clearance
• After-sales serviceProvide 1 year of free import record queries

給進(jìn)口商的通關(guān)”錦囊”

Finally, sharing three practical suggestions:

1. Before importing equipment, be sure to conductPre-classification consultation, don't wait for customs questioning to remedy
2. Keep the completeCustoms price review: provide proof of the true transaction price, including equipment photos, schematic diagrams, etc.
3. When selecting an agent, evaluate theirExperience with similar cases, not all customs brokers understand equipment

If you are planning equipment imports, feel free to contact us anytime. ZhongShen International Trade's expert team is ready to provideEnd-to-end escort services.