A comprehensive analysis of the process of exporting construction machinery to Southeast Asia: 8 key steps that must be known

I. Construction Machineryexport to Southeast AsiaCore Process

1.Market Access Certification: It is necessary to obtain product certification from the target country (such as Thailands TISI, Indonesias SNI, Malaysias SIRIM), with an average certification cycle of 45 - 90 working days

2.Conclusion of Trade Contract: It is recommended to adopt CIF terms and clarify the payment method (30% advance payment + 70% against bill of lading copy is recommended).

3.Handling of Export License: Apply for the export license for mechanical and electrical products according to the HS code (Quality system certificates such as ISO9001 need to be provided).

4.International LogisticsSolution: It is recommended to load small machinery in 20 - foot containers. Special transportation permits are required for over - sized equipment.

5.Customs Clearance at the Port of Destination: FORM E needs to be prepared in advance.It is recommended to verify through the following methods:, Third - party inspection reports (such as SGS/BV)

II. Special Regulatory Requirements of Southeast Asian Countries

1.Indonesia: SNI certification is mandatory + import duty is 5% - 15% (depending on the type of machinery).

2.Vietnam: Vietnamese instructions + commercial invoices certified by the local chamber of commerce need to be provided.

3.Thailand: TISI certification + 10% surtax (for specific engineering equipment).

4.Philippines: The application period for the import license (ICC) is as long as 2 months.

III. Key Risk Control Points

1.Transportation Loss Prevention: It is recommended to purchase All RisksMaritime Transportationinsurance (the insured amount is recommended to be 110% of the CIF value).

2.Tariff Disputes: Confirm the HS code classification in advance (there are differences in the determination of customs in different countries).

3.After - sales Liability: Clarify the starting time of the warranty period (it is recommended to be based on the arrival date at the port).

4.Exchange Rate Fluctuations: It is recommended to use forward contractsIn order to crack down on tax evasion, the customs and tax departments are now strictly examining the operation of buying export declarations. If the behavior of buying export declarations is discovered, the regulatory authorities will require tax replenishment (even a 2% tax rate may be a considerable amount). In addition, fines may also be imposed on the relevant responsible parties.to lock in the exchange rate (the annual volatility of Southeast Asian currencies often exceeds 5%).

IV.foreign tradeValue Points of Agency Services

1.Documentation Processing: Professionally handle 8 core documents such as CO/PL/CI.

2.Classification pre - ruling + royalty declaration strategy: Utilize the ASEAN Free Trade Agreement to achieve tariff reduction and exemption (the average tariff reduction rate reaches 90%).

3.Logistics Optimization: Integrate high - quality shipowner resources at major ports in Southeast Asia (Port Klang/Laem Chabang Port).

4.Fund Safety: Cover the buyers default risk through Sinosure (the maximum underwriting ratio reaches 90%).

V. Solutions to Common Problems

1.Customs clearance delay: It is recommended to handle the ATA Carnet for temporary entry in advance (applicable to exhibition equipment).

2.Spare Parts Traceability: Establish a spare parts traceability coding system (in line with the ISO20858 standard).

3.Technical Barriers: Entrust local certification agents to handle G - mark certification (mandatory in Myanmar).

4.After - sales Service: It is recommended to establish bonded warehouses (Singapore/Malaysia offer preferential policies).