Import and Export of Fishing Supplies: A Game of Wisdom Requiring Both "Fish" and "Fishing"

As a seasoned veteran with 20 years of "angling" in the import-export industry, I've witnessed countless cases where businesses got "snagged" due to unfamiliarity with customs regulations. Today, let this "old fisherman" guide you through the "deep waters" of fishing tackle import-export, helping you navigate around those hidden "reefs."

I. Preparation of "Fishing Gear" Before Customs Clearance

Just like checking your gear before fishing, importing/exporting fishing supplies requires thorough preparation. First, lets clarify what constitutes fishing supplies:

• Core Equipment: Fishing rods, hooks, reels
• Accessories: Bait (natural/artificial), floats, fishing lines
• High-Tech Gear: Fish finders, electronic bite alarms etc.

Preparing documents is like preparing bait - nothing can be missing:

• Basic documents: Bill of Lading, Invoice, Contract, Packing List
• Special documents: Quarantine Certificate (live bait), CCC certification (electronic equipment), Endangered Species Certificate (rare materials)

2. Clearance Process: From "Casting the Rod" to "Reeling In"

Customs clearance is like fishing - it requires patience and skill. Lets look at it step by step:

1. Confirm access and classification: Find the right "fishing spot"

Different fishing gear is like different fish species—you need to find their "habitat."

• Chapter 95: Most fishing gear (fishing rods, hooks, etc.)
• Chapter 03: Live bait
• Chapter 23: Artificially prepared bait

2. License Application: Obtain a "Fishing License"

Ordinary fishing rods are like fishing in public waters - no special permits needed. But if your rod:

• Contains rare wood handles
• Uses endangered animal materials

Then you'll need to apply for a "special fishing permit" from the endangered species management authority.

3. Declaration and Inspection: Waiting for "the Fish to Bite"

After the goods arrive at the port, they need to be declared through the "Single Window" system. Customs inspection is like checking the catch:

• Verify if physical goods match declaration
• Check for the presence of "prohibited fish species" (contraband).
• Conduct a "health check" (pest and disease quarantine) on the wooden parts.

III. The "Biting the Hook" Moments in Customs Clearance: Analysis of Common Issues

1. Tax calculation: How much is this "fish" worth?

Common fishing gear tax reference:

• Fishing rods: MFN rate 6%, general rate 80%
• Fishing hooks:Export tax refund13%
• Electronic fishing gear: May require additional CCC certification fees

2. What to do if the hook gets stuck? When the "fishhook" is snagged

Inspection isnt scary - whats scary is being unprepared:

• Prepare test reports in advance
• Ensure complete product certifications
• Keep communication channels open

3. Export tax refundSell the "fish" at a good price.

Export tax rebates are like fishing tournament prizes:

• Confirm the rebate rate corresponding to the HS code
• Keep customs declaration documents as proof
• Apply to tax authorities within the declaration period

IV. Post-Clearance "Reeling In" Techniques

Customs clearance completion isnt the end - its a new starting point:

• Establish product records: Record each customs clearance data
• Pay attention to policy changes: Tariffs and quarantine requirements may be adjusted
• Maintain supply chain relationships: Good suppliers are like good fishing spots

Remember, in the "angling game" of fishing tackle import and export, patience and preparation are always the biggest "bait." May this guide serve as your "fishing encyclopedia," helping you reap bountiful rewards in the "vast ocean" of import and export!

If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to this "old fisherman" anytime—I'd be happy to share more "fishing" tips.