Surprising! There are So Many Tricks Hidden in the Customs Declaration Tariffs of Cosmetics

In this era where appearance is justice, cosmetics have become the "favorites" of many consumers. Whether they are domestic brands or overseas big names, they are all highly favored. However, when these cosmetics travel across the ocean to reach us, a crucial link is involved - customs declaration tariffs. Today, let's unveil the mystery of the customs declaration tariffs of cosmetics together.

There are a wide variety of cosmetics, and their customs declaration tariffs also vary depending on the category. Generally speaking, they can be divided into several major categories such as beauty and decorative cosmetics, skin care cosmetics, and cosmetics for special purposes. The tariff rates for different categories of cosmetics are not the same. For example, in beauty and decorative cosmetics, lip cosmetics, eye cosmetics, etc., their import tariff rates may be around 10% - 15%; while for skin care cosmetics, such as face creams, lotions, etc., the tariff rates may be relatively lower, probably between 5% - 10%. For cosmetics for special purposes, such as products with sun protection, whitening and other effects, due to their special ingredients and uses, the tariff policies will also be different.

First is the factor of the country of origin. There may be trade agreements between different countries. For countries that have signed relevant agreements, the import of cosmetics may enjoy lower tariff rates or even zero tariffs. For example, between China and some free trade agreement partner countries, there are preferential policies for cosmetics trade. Secondly, the product ingredients and uses also have an impact on tariffs. If cosmetics contain certain special ingredients or claim to have specific effects, they may be classified into different tariff numbers and thus be subject to different tariff rates. In addition, the packaging specifications and sales forms of the products (such as sets, single items, etc.) may also affect the customs declaration tariffs to a certain extent.

When cosmetics are ready for customs declaration, enterprises need to accurately declare the information of the products, including the brand, ingredients, uses, specifications, etc. Only with accurate information can the correct tariff number and applicable tariff rate be determined. Mr. Zhang once encountered such a problem. Due to incorrect declaration information, the cosmetics were rejected by the customs, which not only wasted time but also increased additional costs. Meanwhile, enterprises should pay timely attention to the changes in tariff policies. Tariff policies are not static and may change with factors such as trade situations and national policy adjustments. The enterprise where Ms. Li works saved a considerable amount of tariff expenses because it timely grasped the information of tariff policy adjustments and reasonably arranged the import plan.

Enterprises can choose to import cosmetics from countries that enjoy low tariffs or zero tariffs by making full use of the preferential policies of trade agreements. They can also optimize the ingredients and packaging design of the products to make them conform to more favorable tariff classifications. However, in this process, it is necessary to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and standards, and not at the expense of product quality. In addition, conduct market research and import planning in advance, reasonably control the import quantity and rhythm, and avoid the risk of tariff fluctuations due to large stockpiling.

The customs declaration tariffs of cosmetics may seem complicated, but as long as we have a in-depth understanding and master the rules and key points, both enterprises and consumers can have a clear idea in this "beauty trade". Hope everyone can have a clearer understanding of the customs declaration tariffs of cosmetics and jointly promote the healthy development of the cosmetics industry.