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Customs Updates
1. Latest Developments on the Inspection Issues of China-Europe Freight Trains in Russia
Recently, the inspection issues faced by China-Europe freight trains in Russia have drawn attention.
In response, China stated that Russia's inspection measures are not solely targeting China.
Some shipments involve dual-use products (military products are prohibited), and Chinese customs brokers have oversimplified documentation by only listing broad categories without detailing the goods.
After bilateral communication, Russia has exempted products like auto parts and returned problematic shipments.
Currently, the operation of China-Europe freight trains has stabilized.
However, cross-border businesses are advised to ensure clear and compliant documentation to avoid unnecessary delays and losses.
2. U.S. Customs Intensifies Inspections
U.S. Customs has recently tightened inspections at 11 major ports, including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Key inspection areas include:
FDA certification (food, drugs, cosmetics, etc.);
CPS standards (children’s product safety);
Counterfeit goods (knockoffs, fake products);
EPA testing (environmentally related products).
Cosmetics, toys, and counterfeit products are particularly affected.
Additionally, customs has increased scrutiny on abnormal declared values (e.g., some items in a container declared at high values while others are low), leading to clearance delays of 4-8 weeks.
Reminder: Compliance is key! Businesses are advised to ensure products meet U.S. standards and declare values accurately to avoid delays and hefty fines.
3. UPS Introduces New Fees and Service Adjustments
Starting March 16, 2025, UPS will impose an additional fee of $0.29 per pound for shipments from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau to the U.S.
Meanwhile, UPS has launched the WorldEase service, allowing users to consolidate multiple international cross-border shipments for customs clearance and delivery to different recipients in the same destination country/region.
Service Benefits: Consolidating customs clearance eliminates intermediate distribution steps in local supply chains, simplifies international logistics, and helps optimize cross-border shipping costs and clearance efficiency.
Predictions and Recommendations
Potential Cancellation of T86 Duty-Free Policy: Businesses Should Plan Ahead
The $800 duty-free threshold under the T86 policy may be eliminated, leading to rising tariff costs.
Foreign businesses are advised to prepare by adjusting inventory strategies:
Low-value, small-quantity goods: Opt for home storage or customized services to flexibly meet market demands.
High-volume, high-precision goods: Consider shipping in bulk to overseas warehouses in advance and adopt "one-piece delivery" or "storage and transfer" models to reduce tariff costs and shipping risks.
Exercise Caution with Transshipment Models
Transshipment models (shipping via a third country to the destination) carry significant risks:
Customs may trace the origin of products, requiring over 55% of the goods to be locally produced;
Transshipment costs are high, and the process is complex, potentially leading to additional time and financial losses.
Therefore, businesses are advised to prioritize compliant and transparent direct shipping solutions over transshipment.
Conclusion
As global customs inspections intensify, cross-border businesses face increasingly severe challenges.
To ensure smooth customs clearance and reduce operational costs, businesses are advised to:
Ensure documentation is clear, compliant, and accurately declares goods;
Plan ahead by utilizing overseas warehouses and optimizing supply chain models;
Stay informed about policy changes and adjust operational strategies promptly.
If you need further assistance in optimizing cross-border logistics solutions or customized services, please contact our professional team.
We are committed to providing efficient and reliable logistics solutions to help you navigate global trade challenges with ease!
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