All about importing gas cookers

As the "old reliable" in the kitchen, gas stoves have long become a standard fixture in modern households. But did you know? In 2022, China's total imports of gas stoves exceeded 1.2 million units, with built-in models accounting for as much as 65%. Faced with this booming market, as professionals in foreign trade, we need to master the entire chain of knowledge—from product classification to customs clearance.

I. Decoding the "ID Card" of Gas Stoves

According to GB16410-2020 standard, gas cookers have clear classification criteria like blood types:

• By gas type:Manufactured gas (3R/4R/5R/6R/7R), natural gas (4T/6T/10T/12T/13T), liquefied petroleum gas (19Y/20Y/22Y)
• By structure:Built-in cookers require special attention to cutout dimensions (typically 700×400mm)
• Special function models:Combination cookers with ovens require additional function parameter declarations

II. The "Travel Permit" on the Journey Through Customs

Last year, a batch of German cookers we represented was detained at port for two weeks due to energy efficiency labeling issues. To avoid similar situations, ensure these documents are prepared:

• CCC certification (valid for 5 years)
• Energy efficiency test report (complying with GB30720 standard)
• Certificate of origin (for tariff preferences)
• Chinese user manual (must include safety warnings)

Third,Customs declarationThe "three key points" of

When declaring through the "Single Window," these details are most prone to errors:

1. HS code selection:Distinguish between 7321110000 (gas cookers) and 7321120000 (cookers with ovens) - a client last year paid 12% supplementary tax due to misclassification.

2. Declaration elements:The gas type (e.g., "Natural Gas 12T"), heat load (e.g., "3.8kW"), number of burners, and other core parameters must be specified.

3. Product qualification uploads:In the "Product Certification" section, check "411-CCC Certification" and ensure the certificate number matches exactly with the physical nameplate.

IV. The "Hard Threshold" of Market Access

An Italian brand we served suffered significant losses by neglecting these requirements:

• Energy efficiency rating:Must reach Grade 2 or above (thermal efficiency ≥63%)
• Flame failure protection:Mandatory thermocouple protection device
• Gas tightness:Leakage ≤0.07L/h under 4.2kPa pressure

V. The "Five Don'ts" Principle for Safe Use

As importers, we must remind end users:

• Dont mix gas sources (connecting 12T cookers to 10T pipelines = safety hazard)
• Dont make unauthorized modifications (including removing flame failure devices)
• Do not use the "energy-saving ring" (actual testing shows CO emissions exceed standards by 3 times)
• Dont neglect cleaning (clean burner caps at least monthly)
• Dont exceed service life (scrap standard is 8 years)

VI. Practical advice for importers

Based on our 20 years of agency experience, we recommend these measures:

1. Pre-shipment inspection service:2. It is recommended to conduct compliance pre-inspection before shipment. A Korean brand reduced customs clearance time by 40% through pre-inspection.

3. 2. Label optimization:4. Chinese labels should include: manufacturer, applicable gas type, heat load, CCC mark (height ≥5mm).

5. 3. After-sales tracking:6. Establish a product traceability system. In one quality traceability case, the problematic batch was identified within just 2 hours.

Remember, compliant imported stoves are like well-trained soldiers—only when every step meets the standards can they build a safety line for consumers. If you encounter any questions during the import process, feel free to reach out to us "veteran traders" for advice anytime.