A Comprehensive Guide to Customs Clearance Practices for Machinery and Equipment Import Agency in 2025

2025 MachineryEquipment ImportsNew Customs Clearance Trends

According to the latest statistics from the General Administration of Customs, the domestic import value of mechanical equipment in the first three quarters of 2025 exceeded 320 billion yuan, marking a 7.2% increase compared to the same period last year. Against the backdrop of continuously advancing trade facilitation policies, enterprises still need to pay close attention when importing equipment.Accuracy of Commodity Classification,Document Compliance,Timeliness of inspection and quarantineThree core processes.

Import RepresentationBreakdown of Core Customs Declaration Process

• The stage of preliminary commodity classification
  • Special attention should be paid to the code differences in Chapters 84 and 85 for electromechanical products.
  • Complete sets of equipment shall be classified based on the functional main components.
  • New dedicated regulatory code for industrial robots to be added in 2025
• Document preparation specifications
  • The original factory invoice must include detailed technical specifications of the equipment.
  • Maritime TransportationThe bill of lading must indicate the container seal number.
  • The import of used equipment requires the attachment of a factory date certification document.
• On-site Customs Clearance Practices
  • Wooden packaging must bear the IPPC fumigation mark.
  • Equipment with power exceeding 50KW requires energy efficiency certification.
  • Pressure vessel components require special equipment registration.

Selection criteria for quality agency service providers

When selecting a machinery and equipment import agency, it is recommended to focus on the following six key dimensions:

• Customs AEO certification level：Priority is given to high-level certified enterprises
• Reserve of professional talents：A minimum of three certified classification specialists must be employed.
• Port service network: Self-operated customs declaration teams established at major ports
• Emergency handling capacity: Resolve inspection anomaly events within 48 hours.
• Cost Transparency: Provide a detailed service quotation list
• Case database：Accumulated over 300 cases of mechanical equipment imports

Typical Customs Clearance Problem Handling Examples

A certain intelligent manufacturing enterprise, when importing CNC machine tools from Germany in 2025, due toincorrect HS code classificationThe demurrage charges exceeded 120,000 yuan. After the intervention of a professional agency:

• Complete the reconfirmation of product attributes within 3 working days.
• Coordinate with third-party testing agencies to issue technical appraisals.
• Apply for advance classification rulings to avoid similar issues in the future.

Ultimately, it helped the enterprise recover overpaid taxes totaling 98,000 yuan and established a long-term classification verification mechanism.

Key Considerations for Import Practices in 2025

• It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Statute of limitations: The ASEAN FORM E certificate must be issued before shipment.
• Restrictions on second-hand equipment: A special import permit is required for items with a service life exceeding 8 years.
• Parts Declaration Specification: Spare parts for maintenance require a separate filing list.
• Tax payment guarantee innovation：AEO enterprises may apply for customs duty guarantee insurance.