1. Fitness clothingExport agentWhat are the core screening criteria for merchants?

When selecting an agent, it is essential to focus on three core indicators:Industry focus, compliance capability, supply chain resourcesProfessional fitness apparel agents should possess:

• Export records of sports textiles for over 3 years.
• Experience in REACH Regulation/OEKO-TEX Certification Operations
• Stable functional fabric supplier network
• At least 5 customs clearance cases from mainstream European and American markets.

II. What are the key steps in the export standard process for fitness apparel in 2025?

The new digital foreign trade process consists of 7 key steps:

• Product Compliance Pre-check (Including REACH Regulation 2025 New Substance List)
• Intelligentlycustoms clearanceSystem matches HS code
• Blockchain Logistics Tracking System Deployment
• Application for Electronic Certificate of Origin
• Application of Intelligent Inspection System
• Carbon Footprint Accounting Report Generation
• Digital settlement channel integration

III. What are the essential certifications for exporting to the European and American markets?

According to the latest regulatory requirements for 2025:

• The European market:
  • CE Certification (EN 14682:2024 Safety of Children's Clothing - Cords and Drawstrings)
  • OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 (2025 Edition Adds 61 New Test Substances)
• The American Market:
  • CPSC 16 CFR 1610/1611 (Flammability Performance Standard)
  • FCC certification (including electromagnetic compatibility for smart clothing)

IV. How to Avoid Cargo Damage Risks in Cross-Border Logistics?

Recommended adoptionThree-level protective packaging system:

• Primary protection: Moisture-proof vacuum bag + shockproof inner lining
• Secondary Protection: Custom Molded EPE Foam
• Level 3 Protection: High-strength corrugated cardboard box (compliant with ISTA 3E standard)

At the same time, request the agent to make the purchase.All Risks Insurance for the Entire Transportation, specifically including textile-specific risk clauses such as moisture-induced mildew and compression deformation.

5. What are the changes in export tariffs for fitness apparel in 2025?

Please pay special attention to the two new policies:

• The second phase of the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has been implemented, requiring fitness apparel to provide a full life cycle carbon emissions report.
• The eighth batch of exclusions from the U.S. Section 301 tariffs on China has expired, and the 25% additional tariffs on fitness apparel categories have been reinstated.

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6. What are the special requirements for exporting smart fitness clothing?

Smart clothing with sensors requires additional preparation:

• FCC ID Certification (U.S. Market)
• RED certification (Radio Equipment Directive of the European Union)
• Battery UN38.3 test report
• Data Privacy Compliance Statement (GDPR/CCPA)

7. How to evaluate the genuine service capabilities of an agent?

It is recommended to request the agent to provide:

• Export Data Statistics for the Past 12 Months (Including Category Distribution and Destination Country Proportions)
• Sample of actual customs declaration form and certificate of origin
• Factory audit reports and quality system certificates of cooperative factories
• Complete case process demonstrations of at least 3 similar products.