Are there really so many pitfalls in hand sanitizer imports? Here comes the comprehensive guide for Guangzhou customs declaration agents!

Recently, Mr. Zhang from a trading company in Guangzhou encountered a disturbing issue: A batch of high - end hand sanitizers imported from Europe was detained by the customs due to ingredient labeling problems. Not only did he lose storage fees, but he also missed the best sales season. In fact, cases like Mr. Zhang's are not uncommon. As a special hygiene product, the import customs declaration of hand sanitizer is much more complex than that of ordinary daily chemical products. Today, let's uncover the key links in the import of hand sanitizers at the Guangzhou port.

Different from ordinary goods, the import of hand sanitizer needs to cross three thresholds:

• Ingredient Compliance: If the alcohol content exceeds 60%, a hazardous chemical filing is required.

• Hygiene License: A health inspection certificate is required for the first - time import of antibacterial products.

• Label Standardization: The Chinese - English bilingual label must include information such as the ingredient list and the country of origin.

As the largest import port for daily chemical products in the country, Guangzhou Customs has a mature handling mechanism for hand sanitizer imports:

• Nansha Port provides an "advance declaration" mode, which can save 3 - 5 days of customs clearance time.

• The Baiyun Airport Port implements rapid inspection and release for air - transported samples.

• Huangpu Customs has set up a special channel for health quarantine.

Ms. Li's recent batch of German hand sanitizers imported through Zhongshitong Agency benefited from these facilitation measures and only took 72 hours from arrival at the port to being put on the shelves.

Choosing an experienced customs declaration agent can effectively avoid risks:

• Pre - review the product formula in advance to avoid the risk of return shipment.

• Assist in handling the filing certificate for imported non - special - use cosmetics.

• Standardize the design of Chinese labels to meet the GB 5296.3 standard.

• Handle unexpected situations such as customs sampling and inspection.

• Declare the price reasonably to optimize tax costs.

Importing hand sanitizers is both a business opportunity and a challenge. After reading this guide, do you have a new understanding of the customs declaration process? Welcome to share your import experience in the comment section or send a private message to get a personalized customs clearance plan. Next time, we will uncover the secrets of disinfectant wipe imports. Stay tuned!