Revealing the Rules for Importing Second - hand Items: What Can Be Imported? What Is Prohibited?

I. Prohibited and restricted import items

(I) Prohibited import itemsforeign tradeAccording to relevant national laws and regulations, the following items are clearly prohibited from import:

Wastes not listed in the Catalogue of Wastes Subject to Restricted Import for Use as Raw Materials and the Catalogue of Wastes Subject to Automatic Import License Administration for Use as Raw Materials.

Radioactively contaminated waste metals.
Animals and their products from epidemic - affected areas, such as animal feeds like meat and bone meal and animal - derived biological products.
Right - hand - drive vehicles, second - hand (used) vehicles, and second - hand (used) motorcycles.
Waste titanium materials and their alloys.
Statutory inspection products that do not meet standards, such as certain titanium materials, ferrotitanium alloys, etc.
Endangered wild animals, plants and their products.
Statutory inspection products that do not meet the standards, such as certain titanium materials, ferrotitanium alloys, etc.
Endangered wild animals, plants and their products.
Imitation guns.
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(2) Restricted Import Items

In addition to the items prohibited from import, there are also some items that are restricted. Importing these items needs to meet specific conditions and regulations:
Used electronic products and electronic equipment.
Machinery and its accessories.

After understanding the items prohibited and restricted from import, next we will explore in detail the customs clearance process for the import of used goods and second - hand items.

(1) Filing and Application

Before importing used goods and second - hand items, enterprises need to file and apply for relevant permits. The specific process is as follows:

Submit a filing application:Submit a filing application through the Internet + Customs platform, and fill in the item information in detail, including brand, model, purpose, etc.
Approval and Filing:The customs reviews the filing application, and approves the filing for those that meet the requirements.

(2) Prepare Customs Clearance Documents

Enterprises need to prepare the following customs clearance documents:
Commercial Invoice:List in detail information such as the price and quantity of the items.
Packing List:Specify the specific packaging conditions of the goods.
Contract:The import contract clarifies the rights and obligations of both the buyer and the seller.
Bill of Lading or Waybill:The transportation voucher of the items issued by the transportation company.
The agreement document entrusting Zhongshen International Trade to act as an agent for customs declaration.If a third - party agent is entrusted for customs declaration, the relevant agreement needs to be provided.
China Compulsory Certification (CCC) Certificate:3CApplicable to some electronic products.(3) Declaration and Inspection

After preparing the customs clearance documents, enterprises need to make a declaration and accept customs inspection:

Fill in the customs declaration form:

Fill in the customs declaration form on the Single Window platform to ensure the accuracy of the information.Submit declaration documents:
Submit all customs clearance documents and accept customs review.Customs inspection:
The customs inspects the items according to the actual situation to ensure that the items conform to the declared content and relevant standards.III. Case Analysis

To better understand the import customs clearance process for used goods and second - hand items, the following is a specific case analysis of a used LED driver power supply:

(1) Customs Clearance DocumentsImport ClearanceCommercial Invoice: List in detail the price and quantity of the used LED driver power supply.

Packing List: List in detail the contents of each packing box.
Contract: Clarify the rights and obligations of both the buyer and the seller.
Bill of Lading or Waybill: The transportation voucher provided by the transportation company.
Customs Declaration Agency Entrustment Agreement: If a third - party agent is used for customs declaration, this agreement needs to be provided.
China Compulsory Certification (3C) Certificate: Applicable to LED driver power supplies.
(2) Declaration Elements
Brand Type: Identify the brand of the used LED driver power supply.

Export Preferential Treatment Situation: Whether it enjoys export preferences.
Purpose: The specific purpose of the LED driver power supply.
Type: Such as AC regulated power supply or DC regulated power supply.
Rated Output Power: The rated output power of the power supply.
Accuracy: The accuracy of the power supply.
Brand: The brand name.
Precision: The precision of the power supply.
Brand: Brand name.
Model: Specific model.

By thoroughly understanding the import clearance process for used goods and second - hand items, enterprises can effectively avoid potential legal risks and economic losses. Ensuring the accuracy and compliance of all materials can not only improve the clearance efficiency but also guarantee the quality and safety of imported items. It is hoped that this article can provide valuable reference and guidance for enterprises that hope to import used goods and second - hand items.