Import RepresentationThe special value of the industry

In 2025, the global trade volume of textile equipment is expected to exceed 42 billion US dollars. However, customs data shows that 34% of import enterprises have encountered classification disputes. The value of professional agencies is reflected in three dimensions:

• Cost control: A Zhejiang enterprise saved 16% in tariffs through HS code optimization
• Time - limit guarantee: Emergency customs clearance cases on average shortened by 5 working days
• Risk avoidance: A certain German oldEquipment ImportsAvoided an administrative penalty of 1.2 million yuan

Key policy changes in 2025

Special attention should be paid to the import of textile equipment this year:

• The EU CE certification has added the EMC directive (2025/EC - 218)
• JapanIt is recommended to verify through the following methods:The Ming electronic verification system is launched
• The Chinese customs has adjusted the residual value assessment standard for used equipment

Typical customs clearance risk cases

• Case 1: Incorrect HS code classification
  • An enterprise misdeclared the automatic winder (8448.39) as an ordinary loom (8446.30)
  • Consequence: Paying the difference in tariffs plus late fees, totaling 830,000 yuan
• Case 2: Lack of health certificate for used equipment
  • Did not provide the inspection report on the residual fibers on the equipment surface
  • Consequence: The equipment was detained at the port for 27 days, generating additional warehousing fees

Criteria for selecting agency services

It is recommended to evaluate the agency company from five dimensions:

• Customs AEO certification level
• Special equipment import case database
• Emergency response time
• Professional composition of customs team
• Logistics resource integration ability

Full - process optimization plan

• Pre - preparation Stage
  • Bilingual equipment technical parameter comparison table creation
  • Analysis matrix of policy differences in import countries
• Transportation execution phase
  • Heavy - lift equipmentMaritime TransportationDemonstration of lashing plan
  • Pre - approval of inland transportation over - limit certificates
• The subsequent stage of customs clearance
  • Application of tariff guarantee insurance
  • Classification Dispute Pre-ruling Application

Special tips for emerging markets

For emerging production areas such as Vietnam and Indonesia, attention should be paid to:

• Restrictions on third - party issuance of the ASEAN FORM E certificate
• Halal certification for equipment lubricating oil in Muslim countries
• Special requirements for moisture - proof packaging in tropical regions