Import RepresentationThe unique value of the industry

The global trade volume of textile machinery is projected to exceed $42 billion by 2025, but customs data indicates that 34% of importing companies have encountered classification disputes. The value of professional agencies is reflected in three dimensions:

• Cost control：A Zhejiang-based company saved 16% in tariffs through HS code optimization.
• Time - limit guarantee: The average processing time for urgent customs clearance cases has been reduced by 5 working days.
• Risk avoidance: A certain old GermanEquipment ImportsAvoid a 1.2 million yuan administrative penalty.

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 new EMC Directive (2025/EC-218).
• JapanIt is recommended to verify through the following methods:The Ming Electronic Verification System is now online.
• The adjustment of residual value assessment standards for used equipment by China Customs.

Typical Customs Clearance Risk Cases

• Case 1: Misclassification of HS Code
  • A certain enterprise mistakenly declared an automatic winder (8448.39) as an ordinary loom (8446.30).
  • Consequence: Payment of the tariff difference plus late fees totaling 830,000 yuan.
• Case 2: Missing Sanitation Certificate for Old Equipment
  • No residual fiber inspection report for equipment surfaces provided.
  • Consequences: The vessel was detained at the port for 27 days, resulting in additional storage 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 the Customs Affairs Team
• Logistics resource integration capability

End-to-end optimization solution

• Pre - preparation Stage
  • Bilingual equipment technical parameter comparison table creation
  • Analysis Matrix of Import Country Policy Differences
• Transportation execution phase
  • Oversized equipmentMaritime TransportationTying Scheme Demonstration
  • Pre-approval of Over-dimensional Permit for Inland Transportation
• Subsequent stage of customs clearance
  • Application of Tariff Guarantee Insurance
  • Classification Dispute Pre-ruling Application

Special Notice for Emerging Markets

Emerging production regions such as Vietnam and Indonesia should take note:

• Restrictions on third-party issuance of ASEAN FORM E certificates
• Halal Certification for Equipment Lubricants in Muslim Countries
• Special Requirements for Moisture-proof Packaging in Tropical Regions