When German Beer Meets the Chinese Customs

When we represented a Bavarian winery in 2019, due toan alcohol content label error of 0.3%volthe entire container of goods was detained at the port. This case reminds us that choosing an agent means choosing risk control capabilities.

Three Sealing Wax Seals of a Qualified Agent

• EU Food Registration Qualification
  • Require provision of EU-FSIS certification documents
  • Check whether there is an export license for the beer category
• Record of filing with the Chinese customs
  • Check the validity period of CIQ filing
  • Confirm that there are no major violations in the past three years
• Proof of cold chain transportation performance
  • Require to provide the transportation temperature control records of the latest 6 months
  • Confirm the distribution of self - owned/cooperative cold storage

Five Devilish Details in the Clearance Process

The Cost - effectiveness Game of the Transportation Plan

Selected by a certain customer last yearChina-Europe Railway Express+ Refrigerated truckCombined transportation, compared with pureMaritime TransportationPlan:

• The transportation cycle is shortened by 12 days
• The damage rate is reduced to 0.5%
• The comprehensive cost increases by 8 - 10%

Pit - Avoidance Guide Hidden in the Contract

• Quality dispute clauseIt is necessary to clarify:
  • Raise objections within 30 days after arrival at the port
  • Based on the test results of China CIQ
• Division of responsibility for demurrage at the portIt should be noted:
  • The agent shall bear the delay caused by documentary problems
  • The expenses incurred by customs inspection shall be shared as agreed

(The data in this article comes from the authors actual operation cases. Some details may change with policy adjustments. It is recommended to consult the local customs for specific projects.)