Brake Shoe Imports: How to Overcome the Three Core Challenges?

1. Industry Background and Import Characteristics

As a core safety component of the automotive braking system, the import business of brake shoe linings involves Technical regulation barriers, quality and safety red lines, supply chain timeliness Three core challenges. According to the 2022 statistics from China Customs,Automotive partsThe inspection rate for such imported goods is as high as 18.3%, with brake system components being classified as critical due to their direct impact on driving safety. Category A Key Inspection Items.

Product Feature Tips:

• Certification Barriers: CCC certification (Model Adaptation Certification) is mandatory.
• Material Supervision: The asbestos content must comply with GB 12676-2014 "Technical Requirements for Automotive Braking Systems".
• Packaging specifications: The coefficient of friction grade (FF, GG, etc.) and the applicable standard (SAE J661, etc.) must be indicated.

II.Import RepresentationCore Operational Process (7 Key Control Points)

III. Case Library of Typical Case Handling Experiences

Case 1: Label Compliance Crisis
In 2021, while acting as the agent for a German brand of brake pads, the product was required by port customs to undergo technical rectification due to the absence of Chinese labeling for the "rated operating temperature range" on the outer packaging. Solution:

• Urgent activation of bonded zone label rectification services
• Submit the supplementary document of the instruction manual signed by the overseas manufacturer to the customs.
• Establish a label pre-review database (zero errors in subsequent batches)

Case 2: Dispute Resolution on Classification
A customer declared "brake shoe assembly" (including springs and other accessories) under HS code 8708.50 by mistake, when it should actually be classified under 8708.30. Passed:

• Submit the assembly split ratio explanation (brake shoe accounts for 83%).
• Provide U.S. Customs rulings on similar merchandise.
• Application for Advance Ruling Classification (Legal Opinion Available Within 3 Business Days)
  Successfully avoided a tax loss difference of 1.2 million yuan.

IV. Express Delivery of Industry New Regulations in 2023

1.Carbon Emission Additional Declaration: EU imported products require an EPD (Environmental Product Declaration).
2.Cross-border E-commerceSpecial passage：The bonded stock model can shorten customs clearance time to 72 hours (prior filing required).3C(Declaration Outside the Catalog)
3.Deepening the Application of RCEP：ASEAN-originated brake pad materials with a value composition of ≥40% are eligible for preferential treatment.

V. Professional suggestions for importers

1.Establish a four-level risk control system:

• Supplier Certification Authenticity Review
• Pre-delivery video inspection (focus on checking the friction material code)
• Pre - declaration simulation system testing
• Emergency response fund pool (calculated at 5% of the cargo value)

2.Application of Digital Tools:

• Blockchain Traceability System (Full-chain Logistics Information On-chain)
• AEO-certified enterprise priority inspection channel (reduces customs clearance time by 50%)

Conclusion
The import of brake shoes is a "hotspot" for technical trade measures and a "strategic point" for value creation in the supply chain. Choosing a customs broker with practical experience in automotive parts can reduce unexpected costs by 47% (based on research data from the China Customs Brokers Association). For a tailored customs clearance solution, feel free to contact our professional team.