Customs and Trade Compliance Services

We issue Pre-Classification Certifications and Customs Valuation Reports to facilitate trade and make customs clearance in China more efficient for our clients.

In 2013, Cotecna Shanghai was accredited by the China Customs Brokerage Association for pre-categorised units, and enabled to issue “Pre-Classification Certifications” for clients according to Chinese Customs regulations and requirements.

We issue inspection certificates for clients whose shipments need to be returned, as well as offer assistance with the classification and valuation of goods imported into China.

Our services comply with the General Administration of Customs Order No. 156 (“Administrative Measures on the Direct Return of Imported Goods by the Customs of the People’s Republic of China“) and the Order of the General Administration of Customs Order No. 124 (“Administrative Measures on Taxation of Import and Export Goods of the People’s Republic of China Customs“).

Range of Services

  • Pre-Classification Certification
    • HS code Pre-Classification Certification
    • Classification Ruling Assistance
    • Classification Advisory Audit
  • Customs Valuation Report
    • Assess the value of import and export transactions and verify pricing
    • Evaluate shipment value
  • Returned Cargo Identification Service

Key Benefits

Our services can help clients to minimise their customs clearance risk, and avoid the potential delays and costs that may result from incorrect classification and valuation.

Moreover, we assist our clients to improve their credit rating in accordance with China Customs’ classification system for enterprises.

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To learn more about our Customs and Trade Compliance services in China, and to discuss how they can help your business, please contact us.

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