Recently, the China Synthetic Rubber Industry Association released import and export data for synthetic rubber from January to May. The data shows that in the first five months of this year, both imports and exports of synthetic rubber in China achieved year-on-year growth, with the main imported rubber types being Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), Butyl Rubber (IIR), and Butadiene Rubber (BR).Export customs clearanceAccording to statistics, from January to May, China imported a total of 587,000 tons of major synthetic rubber...

On July 10 local time, the US and Mexico announced a new measure to implement the so-called North American Melting and Pouring steel standard, aimed at preventing China and other countries shipping products through Mexico from circumventing US tariffs on steel and aluminum.

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  • This article details the key points for reviewing the qualifications of dark tea export customs declaration agents, the latest tariff policies for 2025, the list of required documents, and common risk avoidance strategies, providing professional guidance for foreign trade enterprises.
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What core documents are required for dark tea export customs declaration?

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Despite the US governments strict controls on semiconductor equipment exports to China two years ago, US semiconductor equipment manufacturers reliance on the Chinese market has not decreased but instead increased. Data shows that US semiconductor equipment manufacturers sales to China now account for 40%, and in some companies reports, this proportion is further increasing.

CompleteCustoms documentsList includes:

• Basic documents:
  • Commercial invoice (must indicate HS CODE 0902.4090)
  • Packing list (including net weight, gross weight, and packaging specifications)
• The qualification documents:
  • What are the differences in customs declaration for different zongzi packaging?
  • Certificate of origin (recommended to apply for FORM E certificate)
• Inspection documents:
  • CIQ sanitary certificate (new testing item: aflatoxin B1 indicator)
  • Pesticide residue test report (2025 testing standard covers 68 pesticide residue indicators)

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Based on 20 years of agency experience, we recommend focusing on:

• Classification risks: Compressed tea and loose tea apply different tax rates - product form must be confirmed in advance
• Declaration elements: Must accurately indicate fermentation degree (e.g., Anhua dark tea should be labeled as 'post-fermented tea')
• Packaging compliance: PVC shrink film is prohibited in European and American markets - recommend using biodegradable materials
• Cultural taboos: Hexagonal patterns must be removed from packaging for Middle East markets (conflicts with religious symbols)

Extension of VAT Reduction Policy

Regular agency services should include:

• Basic services:
  • Document pre-review and modification (3 free modification privileges)
  • HS code classification recommendation letter
• Value - added services:
  • Target countryCustoms clearanceSolution design (including tariff preference scheme comparison)
  • Logistics monitoring system integration (2025 standard agency configuration: GPS + temperature/humidity monitoring)
• Emergency services:
  • On-site assistance for customs inspection
  • Technical trade measures response consultation

According to the Vietnamese Ministry of Finance, the ministry is actively coordinating with relevant departments to apply to the government and the Prime Minister for an extension of the VAT reduction policy until the end of 2024. Specifically, from July to December 31, 2024, a 2% tax rate reduction will be applied to certain goods and services subject to a 10% VAT. This policy is expected to reduce state budget revenue by approximately...

Key contract review focus:

• Liability allocation clause:
  • Disclaimer of liability for document authenticity being the responsibility of the entrusting party
  • Customs classification dispute resolution mechanism
• Fee breakdown terms:
  • Inspection surcharge calculation method (recommended to choose fixed rate system)
  • Exchange rate fluctuation risk sharing mechanism
• Confidentiality clause:
  • Customer data encryption storage requirements (must comply with the latest GDPR amendment)
  • Customs declaration information sharing scope restrictions