Protein powder imports always getting detained? 90% of people miss these 3 critical steps

In a late-night gym, Mr. Zhang stared helplessly at his empty protein powder container – his last overseas purchase of whey protein was held by customs for three weeks, arriving only after his competition ended. He's among many fitness enthusiasts facing this dilemma, where Nanping protein powder import procedures have become an "invisible barrier" between consumers and quality products.

Unlike regular food items, protein powder faces a "dual identity" classification challenge – it may be categorized as either food or nutritional supplement. Last year, a batch of New Zealand protein powder was required to undergo costly reclassification as health supplements after trace lactoferrin was detected, incurring additional 20,000 RMB testing fees. Common pitfalls include:

• Excessive components: Additive levels permitted overseas may exceed Chinese standards
• Non-compliant labels: Missing Chinese nutritional information on packaging
• Document deficiencies: Lack of embassy-authenticated manufacturer's free sales certificate

Ms. Li's e-commerce platform once had 300 protein powder cans stranded due to clearance issues. After hiring Zhongshitong brokerage, three strategies resolved the crisis:

• Pre-classification service: Submit product formula for preliminary customs review
• Guaranteed testing package: Pre-test for mandatory items (like total bacterial count and heavy metals)
• Emergency channel: Utilize frozen goods priority inspection policy

The new Customs Risk Classification Management System categorizes protein powder as Class B, meaning:

• Mandatory testing items increased from 3 to 5 per batch
• Production process flowcharts required
• Overseas manufacturers must complete China registration

When an Australian brand achieved "weekly clearance" through professional brokerage, its Tmall store repurchase rate increased by 40%. This reminds us: Rather than storing hopes in customs warehouses, leave professional matters to professionals. What's your biggest obstacle in recent protein powder imports? Share your experience in comments.