I. How to judgeExport agentThe professionalism of the company?

Select truck tiresExport agentThree core indicators require attention:How to optimize logistics costs for wheelchair exports?andClearance success rateandOverseas network coverageHigh-quality agencies should possess:

• Have handled at least 200 container shipments of tire products.
• Be familiar with the latest certification requirements such as the U.S. DOT and EU ECE R117 (including the new EU wet grip test standard to be added in 2025).
• Customs clearance cooperation outlets are established in the target market.

2. What special qualifications are required for exporting truck tires?

In addition to conventional import and export rights, special attention should be paid to the following in 2025:

• Product Certificationdocuments:
  • North American market: DOT certification + 3C certification (China Compulsory Certification)
  • EU Market: ECE R117-05 Certification (including rolling noise and wet grip data)
• Environmental Statement: A test report for Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) content is required (Annex XVII, Entry 50 of the EU REACH Regulation).

3. How to design the most reasonable international transportation plan?

Select the mode of transportation based on tire specifications and the characteristics of the destination port:

• 14. Full Container Load (FCL) Transportation: A 20GP container can hold 1,200 tires of size 12R22.5.
• Less than Container Load (LCL): For Southeast Asia routes, it is recommended to choose Singapore/Port Klang as transit points.
• Special container types: Oversized engineering machinery tires require booking open-top containers.

IV. Major markets in 2025The CustomsWhat are the adjustments?

Latest Changes in Tariff Policies:

• United States: Anti-dumping duties on Chinese truck tires remain at 22.57% (under review in 2025)
• Brazil: Common External Tariff (TEC) of Mercosur reduced to 12.6%
• ASEAN: China-ASEAN Free Trade Area Tariff Concession Schedule Adds New Subheading 4012.90

V. What are the key steps involved in export agency services?

Professional agents should provide end-to-end services:

• Document Preparation: From Certificate of Origin to MSDS Safety Data Sheet
• Logistics Monitoring: GPS Tracking + Temperature and Humidity Sensors (to prevent rubber aging during maritime transport)
• Risk Warning: Real-time Monitoring of Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Updates in Target Countries

6. How to Avoid Customs Clearance Issues at the Destination Port?

Key Focus Areas for 2025:

• Middle Eastern countries require the GCC certification mark to be embossed on the tire sidewall.
• Nigeria introduces new SONCAP certification online verification system.
• Indonesian Customs strictly inspects tire production dates (shelf life must not exceed 5 years).

7. How does the payment method ensure the security of funds?

Recommended combined payment solution:

• 30% deposit + 70% payment against copy of B/L (applicable to new customers)
• The LC payment must explicitly accept the terms of ISBP745 version.
• New blockchain-based letter of credit settlement pilot to be added in 2025 (already launched by Bank of China)

VIII. How to handle post-sale quality disputes?

Professional agents should provide dispute resolution solutions:

• Designate third-party inspection agencies such as SGS/BV for re-inspection.
• Temporarily storing defective products using overseas warehouses
• Assist in purchasing product liability insurance (minimum coverage of $1 million).

9. How to control the risk of cargo damage during transportation?

Recommended prevention and control measures for 2025:

• Use dedicated tire racks during loading (reduces collision damage by 60%).
• Coverage under ALL RISKS (specifically including the risk of defects in the vulcanization process).
• Please request the shipping company to provide a constant temperature container (with temperature controlled at 25±5°C).

10. What are the special requirements for emerging markets?

Latest Regulations in Key Markets:

• India: BIS Certification Adds Rolling Resistance Grading Label for Tires
• South Africa: NRCS Requires Tires to Display Maximum Load Index
• Mexico: NOM-114-SCFI-2024 Establishes Standards for Tread Wear Indicators

11. How to Respond to Anti-Dumping Investigations?

Professional agents should possess litigation support capabilities:

• Assist in completing the Market Economy Status Questionnaire (MEF)
• Provide alternative country price data collection services
• Apply for a separate tariff rate (the approval rate for the U.S. separate tariff rate on China in 2025 is approximately 18%).

12. How to Choose the Optimal Shipping Port?

Port Selection Strategy for 2025:

• US West Coast Route: Priority given to Qingdao Port (direct to Long Beach Port with a 12-day voyage)
• European routes: Shanghai Yangshan Port has the highest number of weekly routes.
• African Route: Guangzhou Nansha Port offers direct shipping services to Durban, South Africa.