I. What basic qualifications are needed to export Xiaohutuxian Liquor through agents?

According to the latest import and export regulations in 2025, the following requirements must be met for liquor export agency:

• Enterprise qualifications:
  • Food Business License (including liquor business items)
  • Registration Form of Foreign Trade Operators
  • Customs registration certificate
• Product qualifications:
  • Food Production License (SC certification) of the manufacturing enterprise
  • Liquor product quality inspection report
  • Export foodCertificate of Production Enterprise

II. Xiaohutuxian LiquorExport customs clearanceWhat are special requirements?

Special attention should be paid to liquor product customs declaration:

• 50. Commodity classification: Accurate HS code declaration required (usually under item 2208.90)
• Declaration elements:
  • Alcohol concentration (recommended to be controlled between 40-53 degrees)
  • Packaging specifications (ml/bottle, bottles/case)
  • Ingredient ratio (proportion of components such as sorghum, wheat, etc.)
• Special documents: Export food hygiene certificate, certificate of origin (recommended to apply for FORM E or CO)

Third,International logisticsWhat are the key points to note in transportation?

The following transportation solutions are recommended:

• Sea freight solution:
  • Choose constant temperature containers (temperature controlled at 15-25℃)
  • Anti-vibration packaging requirements (must pass ISTA 3A test)
  • Insure against all risks (especially with additional breakage risk coverage)
• Air freight solution:
  • Single piece gross weight not exceeding 32kg
  • Use UN-standard certified leak-proof packaging
  • Declare hazardous goods classification in advance (alcohol content >24% must be transported as Class 3 hazardous goods)

IV. What special regulatory requirements exist in target markets?

Examples of key market access requirements:

• US Market:
  • TTB import license (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau)
  • FDA food facility registration
  • Nutrition labeling (must comply with 21 CFR 101.9)
• The European market:
  • CE certification (food contact material testing)
  • Alcohol content error not exceeding 0.3%vol
  • Allergen labeling (special labeling required for gluten-containing grains)

V. How to develop reasonable tariff planning solutions?

2025 main market tariff reference:

• The ASEAN countries: 0-5% (with FORM E certificate)
• USA: $1.07-3.15 per liter of pure alcohol
• The European Union: Tariff + VAT (average comprehensive tax rate about 30%)
• Middle Eastern countries: Generally imposed 50-100% religious tax

Recommended adoptionTransitional tradeorOverseas warehouse repackingand other methods for tax optimization.

VI. How to choose reliableInternational Settlementmethods?

The following three secure settlement solutions are recommended:

• Letter of Credit (L/C): Recommended to choose SWIFT-certified banks
• Telegraphic Transfer (T/T): 30% advance payment + balance payment upon copy of bill of lading
• Factoring financing: Suitable for enterprises with annual export volume exceeding $5 million

Pay attention to avoiding exchange rate fluctuation risks in emerging markets, recommended to purchaseExport Credit Insurance.

VII. How to prevent cross-border trade legal risks?

Three essential safeguard measures that must be implemented:

• Compliance review: Entrust professional institutions for trade compliance audits
• Contract Terms:
  • Clarify applicable laws (recommended to choose Singapore or Hong Kong law)
  • Include arbitration clauses (recommend ICC International Court of Arbitration)
• 11. Intellectual property: Register the "Xiaohutuxian" trademark in the target country (Madrid System preferred).