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Breakdown of Core Stages of Taizhou Cosmetics Import Customs Clearance

I.Customs Price Verification and Certificate of Origin Compliance (2026 Version)

In 2026,China Customs implements the latest transaction value verification standards for imported cosmetics.Especially for beauty products imported from RCEP member states,the FORM E Certificate of Origin is required to ensure that the declared value is completely consistent with cross-border payment vouchers.Last year,I handled a batch of Jeju Island face masks for a Taizhou client Mr.Jia.Due to the failure to check the discrepancy between FOB price and the declared value on the bill of lading in advance,the goods were detained for 3 days during price verification,resulting in nearly RMB 2000 of demurrage.The goods were released after completing the price verification by providing the ex-factory invoice from the South Korean supplier and cross-border transfer records.

In 2026,the key points of customs price verification for cosmetics include the declaration of hidden expenses such as brand royalty,sample deduction,and cross-border e-commerce third-party payment.Under-declaration of value to evade tariffs is strictly prohibited,otherwise it will trigger the Customs audit and verification procedure,directly affect the subsequent customs clearance credit rating of the enterprise,and even lead to fines.

II.Pre-inspection by Commodity Inspection: Pre-review of Ingredient and Safety Assessment

The pre-inspection by commodity inspection is the core node of cosmetics import customs clearance.In 2026,CIQ adds new traceability requirements for nanoscale ingredients in ingredient review.All products containing nanoscale raw materials must provide traceability reports issued by raw material suppliers.In addition,for products imported from the European Union,animal-test-free certificate must be provided mandatorily,otherwise the goods will be directly returned without any room for appeal.

I once handled a batch of French serums for a Taizhou client Ms.Yi.Due to the failure to provide the animal-test-free certificate,the goods were detained by the commodity inspection authority for 15 days.The goods were finally released after coordinating the French supplier to reissue the official EU certificate,but the client lost nearly RMB 100,000 worth of time window for market distribution.

III.Animal and Plant Quarantine and Import License Application

If imported cosmetics contain animal or plant derived ingredients (such as honey,plant extracts),the Quarantine Permit for Imported Animals and Plants is required.In 2026,the quarantine sampling rate for such products at Taizhou Port has increased to 30%,and the application must be submitted 7 days in advance.In addition,for products containing ingredients derived from endangered animals and plants (such as bird’s nest extract),CITES Certificate must be provided,otherwise the goods will be confiscated by Customs and the importer will be penalized.

• Quarantine Permit for Imported Animals and Plants (mandatory for products containing animal or plant derived ingredients)
• CITES Certificate (mandatory for products containing ingredients derived from endangered animals and plants)
• Official quarantine certificate of raw material origin
• Document stating the proportion of animal and plant derived ingredients in the product composition

IV.Filing of Domestic Responsible Person and Chinese Label Compliance

In 2026,Customs requires all imported cosmetics to complete Filing of Domestic Responsible Person.The filing information must be completely consistent with the actual importer,and borrowing third-party filing qualifications is strictly prohibited.The Chinese labels must strictly comply with the Cosmetics Label Administration Measures.In particular,the ingredient labeling must be fully consistent with the formula sheet reviewed by CIQ,and no restricted or prohibited ingredients shall be omitted.

Previously,a batch of Japanese color cosmetics for a Taizhou client Director Du was ordered to rectify due to the inconsistency between the ingredient labeling on the Chinese label and the formula sheet,resulting in RMB 5000 of label rectification fee and 3 days of demurrage.The goods were released smoothly after producing new compliant labels and submitting them for commodity inspection review.

Risk Warning and Pitfall Avoidance Guide for Taizhou Cosmetics Import Customs Clearance

Exchange Loss Risk: In 2026,the RMB exchange rate fluctuates at a relatively large range.It is recommended to adopt forward exchange settlement tool to fix the settlement exchange rate,so as to avoid discrepancies between the declared value and actual payment amount caused by exchange rate fluctuations,which may trigger price verification delays.

Demurrage Trap: Some shipping lines start to charge demurrage from the 3rd day after the vessel arrives at the port.It is recommended to submit complete customs clearance documents 3 days in advance,to ensure that the customs clearance process starts immediately after the vessel arrives,and avoid unnecessary extra costs.

Compliance Red Line: Importing cosmetics that have not completed the filing of domestic responsible person is strictly prohibited.Under-declaration of value or concealment of ingredient information is strictly prohibited,otherwise the enterprise will be included in the Customs dishonest list,and the customs clearance efficiency of all import and export businesses of the enterprise will be affected.

National Port Coordination: Agency Service That Breaks Geographical Restrictions

As a senior agency headquartered in Shanghai,we have the capability of cross-regional declaration at ports nationwide,and can carry out local customs clearance operations at Taizhou Port.Meanwhile,relying on our global agency network,we review documents of overseas suppliers in advance to ensure all materials meet the latest 2026 regulatory requirements.Our risk control team completes pre-document review within 24 hours after receiving the order,identifies potential risks,and helps clients avoid customs clearance delays and losses in advance.