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HS codes and specific classificationInternational LogisticsII. Export Supervision Requirements for Ceramic Tableware

Domestic supervision and export tax refund

Certification requirements of the importing country

According to theimport and exportNotes on Commodities and Headings in the Tariff (2022 Edition), the classification of ceramic tableware is mainly based on the material and use.

• Porcelain products: Including hard porcelain, soft porcelain, plain porcelain (white porcelain) and bone china. Porcelain is usually fully vitrified, white or artificially colored, and makes a clear ringing sound when tapped.
• Earthenware products: Including porous ceramics, coarse pottery and porcelain - like products. Porous ceramics are opaque and easily scratched. Coarse pottery is rougher than porcelain, gray - brown in color and generally glazed.

III. Standardized Declaration and Quality Control

• Heading 69.11: Porcelain tableware, such as bone china bowls and white porcelain plates.
• Heading 69.12: Earthenware tableware, such as coarse pottery cups and porcelain - like pots.
• Heading 69.13: Decorative ceramic tableware, whose ornamental value is higher than its use value.
• Heading 97.06: Antique ceramic tableware over a hundred years old may be related to cultural relic protection.

Production preparation and quality control

Domestic supervision andExport Drawback

• Inspection requirements: There are no mandatory inspection requirements for the export of ceramic tableware classified under 69.11 and 69.12 in China.
• Export Drawback: Ceramic tableware can enjoy a 13% export tax rebate policy.

Trade contracts and invoices

• United States: It is required to pass the FDA certification to ensure the safety of food - contact materials.
• European Union: It is required to comply with the CE certification to ensure product health and safety.
• Germany: Usually, it is required to pass the LFGB test to ensure that the product is free of harmful substances.

Essential documents

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According to the requirements of the Catalogue of Standardized Declaration for Import and Export Commodities of the Customs of the Peoples Republic of China (2024), enterprises need to accurately fill in the following declaration elements:

• Product name, material (porcelain or earthenware).
• Product type (tableware, kitchen utensils, etc.).
• Whether it is bone china.
• Brand name.

V. International Transportation and Customs Clearance Procedures

• Qualifications and standards: Ensure that the enterprise has a quality management system certification such as ISO 9001.
• Quality inspection: Conduct heavy - metal content tests, high - temperature resistance tests, etc., and issue third - party test reports.
• Packaging design: Use anti - breakage, moisture - proof, and shock - proof materials, and the appearance design should meet the cultural preferences of the export destination.

Transportation and packaging

Customs clearance and destination regulations

• The contract shall clearly state the information of both trading parties, the delivery method, the payment method, etc.
• The invoice should be consistent with the packing list to avoid customs clearance delays caused by inconsistent data.

VI. The Role of Export Agency Services

• Bill of Lading (B/L): Include the quantity and weight of the goods, and the information of the consignor and consignee.
• It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Technical data: Such as the China - ASEAN Free Trade Area Form E certificate.
• Test report: Food - contact materials need to provide a safety test report.

Market access and regulatory consultation

Categorization and declaration

• Transportation method: For large - quantity goods, chooseMaritime Transportation, and if the time - limit requirement is high, considerAir Transportation.
• HS Code Classification (Key Points): Clearly mark the product model, technical parameters, certification marks, etc.

Document preparation and customs declaration

• Customs clearance preparation: Ensure the completeness of documents, such as disinfection certificates and quarantine certificates.
• Tariffs and value - added tax: Accurately calculate the costs according to the HS code and check whether preferential policies can be enjoyed.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensure compliance with the environmental protection, health and safety requirements of the target market, such as FDA, LFGB, etc.

VI.Export RepresentationThe role of services

Export agency services play an important bridging and auxiliary role in the export process of ceramic tableware, solving difficulties and problems in multiple links for enterprises. The following are the specific roles of export agency services at each stage:

1.Market access and regulatory consultation

• Analysis of target - market regulations: The agency company is familiar with the import and export regulations, standards and certification requirements of ceramic tableware in various countries, such as FDA, LFGB, etc. By providing a detailed list of regulations and interpretations, it helps enterprises ensure that their products meet the legal requirements of the destination market.
• Support for certification processing: The agency company can assist enterprises in preparing the documents, samples and test reports required for certification, and communicate with the certification body to shorten the certification cycle and reduce the risk of certification failure.

2.Classification and declaration

• Support for commodity classification: For different materials (porcelain, earthenware), uses (tableware, decorations) and characteristics of ceramic tableware, the export agency company provides professional commodity classification services according to the General Rules for the Classification of Customs Commodities to ensure the accuracy of the declared HS code.
• Standardized declaration elements: The agency company sorts out the required declaration elements according to the product characteristics, such as material, brand, use, etc., to ensure that the declared information is consistent with the actual goods and avoid customs clearance delays or fines caused by classification errors.

3.Document preparation and customs declaration

• Document review and preparation: The agency company assists enterprises in preparing and reviewing commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin and other documents to ensure that the document content is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the exporting and importing countries.
• Customs clearance servicesThe agency company maintains close contact with the customs, quickly processes customs declaration documents and other procedures, and provides solutions when there are customs clearance obstacles, such as supplementing documents or re - declaring.

4.Logistics and Transportation Management

• Transportation Mode PlanningBased on the characteristics of the goods and customer needs, the agency company helps select the optimal transportation mode (such as sea freight, air freight or multimodal transport), and is responsible for contacting reliable logistics suppliers.
• Packaging Optimization and Transportation SafetyCeramic tableware is fragile. The agency company designs professional protective packaging solutions according to transportation conditions, and also provides labeling services, such as clearly marking the fragile sign and direction indication on the packaging.
• Goods Tracking and CoordinationThe agency company tracks the transportation status of goods in real - time, handles possible problems such as delays and cargo damage, and ensures that the goods are safely and timely delivered to the destination.

5.Customs Clearance and Destination Services

• Customs Clearance SupportThe agency company is familiar with the customs clearance procedures and specific requirements of the importing country, and helps enterprises complete customs clearance procedures quickly. For goods that need to be sampled and inspected, the agency company assists in arranging the inspection and provides necessary supporting documents.
• Tariff and Cost AccountingThe agency company calculates the tariffs and other costs of the destination country according to the HS code of ceramic tableware, assists enterprises in enjoying preferential policies of free trade agreements (such as China - ASEAN FTA), and reduces costs.
• After - sales Service CoordinationIn case of problems such as customs seizure and product recall, the agency company can communicate with the customs and relevant departments on behalf of the enterprise to minimize losses.

6.Export Tax Rebate Management

• Interpretation of Tax Rebate PolicyThe agency company is familiar with the export tax rebate policy for ceramic tableware (such as a 13% tax rebate rate), and provides enterprises with detailed guidance on tax rebate calculation and application.
• Preparation of Tax Rebate DocumentsThe agency company assists in preparing documents required for export tax rebate, such as commercial invoices, customs declarations, tax rebate application forms, etc., to ensure the accuracy and completeness of tax rebate materials.
• Management of Tax Rebate ProcessThe agency company is responsible for communicating with the tax authorities, following up on the progress of tax rebate applications, and helping enterprises improve their capital turnover rate.

7.Risk Prevention and Compliance Support

Dispute ResolutionIf there are disputes during the export or customs clearance process, the agency company assists in negotiating with relevant parties to strive for the best solution.

Risk Identification and AvoidanceThe agency company helps enterprises identify possible customs clearance, logistics, quality or certification risks, and proposes targeted solutions.

Compliance TrainingFor internal links of enterprises such as document preparation, production processes, packaging labels, etc., the agency company provides special training to improve the overall compliance ability of the enterprise.

By understanding the classification, regulatory requirements and declaration norms of ceramic tableware, export enterprises can avoid trade risks and improve customs clearance efficiency. With the help of professional export agency services, enterprises can focus on product quality and market expansion, and achieve higher competitiveness and profitability.