Many overseas frozen food merchants have reported that when exporting frozen food to China, the most difficult part is the adaptation of customs clearance rules at Shenzhen Shekou Port. Choosing a professional China international freight forwarder can help you avoid most practical misunderstandings and greatly improve customs clearance efficiency!
Key points of pre-examination of customs clearance for frozen goods
Shenzhen Shekou Port has opened a dedicated online Chinese logo pre-review channel for temperature-controlled goods such as frozen products. For customs clearance of all goods, basic customs declaration documents need to be prepared, including sea bill of lading, proforma invoice, packaging details, and certificate of origin; additional documents need to be adjusted according to the control characteristics of the goods. For example, overseas factory registration numbers and official health inspection certificates can be prepared for food. It is recommended that the Chinese logo pre-review document be submitted online pre-review through a professional international freight forwarding company, and it is also recommended to mark key information such as frozen product storage temperature and shelf life to avoid delaying the pre-review progress. The specific requirements are subject to China's customs supervision standards, and international freight forwarding companies can assist in sorting out and checking the full set of documents.
Practical highlights of Shekou Port customs clearance declaration
Only after completing the pre-review can the customs declaration process be advanced! Shekou Port has a priority inspection channel for frozen products. It is recommended to submit temperature-controlled container temperature record certificates (if applicable) simultaneously. The local port area can simplify the certificate review process and shorten the declaration cycle. Friendly reminder: Please prepare a full set of customs clearance materials in advance to avoid temporary replenishment! At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that all document information matches, such as the commercial invoice amount and the customs declaration data, so as not to delay the customs clearance progress. Specific customs supervision regulations shall govern, and international logistics service providers can assist in verifying the contents of documents.
Practical points for container lifting and transportation after customs clearance
The refrigerated container can be picked up only after the customs clearance and release of goods are successfully completed. The free stacking time for containers in Shenzhen Port Area is 72 hours, and a detention fee will be incurred if overdue! When lifting the cabinet, it is recommended to check the damage of the cabinet and take photos promptly if there are any problems; at the same time, confirm that the cabinet number and lead seals are in good condition one by one to avoid accidental handling or cold leakage of the cabinet affecting the quality of frozen products. After picking up the cabinet, temperature-controlled transportation needs to be arranged in the mainland of China to ensure that the entire process of the goods is within the compliant temperature range, and then sent to the designated constant temperature storage equipment.
If you encounter practical problems in the process of exporting frozen food to China and customs clearance through Shenzhen Shekou Port, you can consult a professional international freight forwarding company for targeted solutions. Being familiar with the exclusive inspection rules for frozen food in Shenzhen Shekou Port can allow your goods to enter the mainland market faster-compliance is the core element in ensuring timeliness and quality!
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