I. Why does your plant product need a "Customs ID"?

I remember a client who exported fresh-cut roses asked me last year: "Why are my shipments always getting stuck at customs?" When I saw that he didn't even have the most basic...Registration CertificateAt that moment, I suddenly realized the issue when neither was available. Just as we need a passport to go abroad, plant products also require this special "customs ID" when leaving the country.

According to the Implementation Regulations of the Law on the Entry and Exit Animal and Plant Quarantine, when required by importing countries, China Customs willregister and manage production and processing units ofplants and their products. This is not only a legal requirement but also a stepping stone to international markets. I witnessed a blueberry orchard case where exports increased by300% year-on-yearafter obtaining registration.

Quick reference table for application conditions of 7 enterprise categories

In my 20-year foreign trade career, Ive found companies most often stumble on basic requirements. Here are the key points Ive compiled for you:

Export feed enterprises

• Hardware Thresholds: The factory area must maintain a safe distance from breeding sites and be equipped with pest control facilities
• Management Requirements: Must establish HACCP system and 10 management regulations
• Typical cases: A fish feed factory had its registration suspended due to inadequate warehouse pest control

Dual qualifications for fruit exports

Heres a tipCommon Misconceptions: Many orchards think registration is the end, but packaging factories also need separate registration. Last year, a Chilean client rejected a batch of cherries due to packaging factory qualification issues.

• Orchard Requirements: Contiguous area of 100 mu (about 16.5 acres) or more, no major epidemics in the past 2 years
• Packaging Factory Requirements: Clearly defined functional zones with traceability management system

Bamboo, wood and grass product enterprises

I once helped a rattan furniture factory with rectification. Their main problems were:

• Finished product storage area not separated from raw material zone
• Lacking factory inspectors trained by Customs
• Incomplete pest control treatment records

Pitfall avoidance guide for application materials

Having seen too many companies have applications returned due to documentation issues, heres the key point:

• The Floor Plan TrapA mushroom export company was required to make corrections for failing to label the raw material inspection area
• Video documentation techniquesIt is recommended to use panoramic shots to demonstrate the connection relationships between various functional areas
• Common correction itemsIncomplete process parameters, unsigned copies of contracts, etc.

Specifically reminded:All application forms must be original documentsLast year, a company used scanned copies for application and wasted two weeks for nothing.

Smart clearance strategy for obtaining certificates in 20 days

The fully online processing is really convenient now! Just last week, I guided a client through the online application process. Sharing practical experience:

1. Log in to the "Internet + Customs" platform (it is recommended to use IE11 or Chrome browser).
2. Locate the corresponding item in the "Administrative Approval" section.
3. Note for uploading materials: single file should not exceed 10M, supports PDF/JPG formats
4. After submission, the system will generateAcceptance number, this must be remembered!

Heres a little trick: submit applicationsbefore 10 AMon weekdays, and youll usually receive the acceptance receipt on the same day.

Three wisdoms of certificate management

Obtaining the certificate is just the beginning, follow-up management is more important:

• Changes must be timely:Factory expansion and process changes all require applying for modifications within 1 month
• Apply for renewal early: Its recommended to prepare renewal applications 3 months before expiration
• Complete cancellation thoroughly: Remember to return the certificate after production stops to prevent unauthorized use

Last year, a company failed to update its address promptly, resulting in system information mismatch during export and cargo detention, with daily storage fees costing tens of thousands of yuan.

Special reminders from experts

Based on years of experience, here are three tips for you:Customs clearance tips:

• Regularly check the latest quarantine requirements of importing countries on the General Administration of Customs website
• Establish a "dual reporting" mechanism for quality and safety emergencies (customs + customers).
• Conduct at least 2 mock audits annually to identify issues in advance

Remember the 12360 Customs hotline - its as important as your emergency contact. When encountering uncertain issues,its better to ask one more timethan to operate blindly.

Finally, a piece of advice: Compliance is not a cost, but the best business investment. Complete your registration properly to help your plant products reach the world smoothly!