Lianyungang Ceramics Import Full-Process Agency, Customs Clearance, Inspection, Tax Calculation, Fast Release at Local Port

In 2026,I handled an order for Mr.Xiang from Wenzhou.He imported 3 containers of glazed decorative ceramics from Italy via Lianyungang.During self-declaration,he failed to submit anti-dumping exemption qualification proof and was required to pay a supplementary 22.7% anti-dumping tax.The additional cost of nearly 400,000 RMB almost wiped out the entire order profit.After we intervened,we completed the qualification supplementation and customs review within 3 days,ultimately waiving the extra taxes and securing release.As a core port in Northern China,Lianyungang sees an 18% annual increase in ceramic import declarations,but many cargo owners are unfamiliar with local regulatory rules,and there are numerous cases of falling into traps.

Core Regulatory Requirements for Ceramics Import at Lianyungang Port

Regulatory standards vary significantly across different ceramic categories.In 2026,the regulatory requirements at Lianyungang Port for three mainstream imported ceramic categories are as follows:

Practical Points for Ceramics Import Customs Clearance at Lianyungang Port

Combining the latest operational rules of Lianyungang Port in 2026,we have compiled 4 actionable practical suggestions:

• In the pre-review stage,verify product regulatory attributes in advance.For food-contact ceramics,conduct GB standard testing at overseas laboratories in advance to avoid rejection due to failed testing upon arrival.In 2026,the testing cycle at Lianyungang local commodity inspection laboratories is 5-7 working days,which can be compressed to 3 working days with expedited service.
• For all goods accompanied by wooden packaging,the overseas shipper must be required to affix the IPPC fumigation mark on the packaging.Goods without marks require fumigation at the port’s designated area upon arrival,costing 1,200 RMB/container,and adding an extra 2-3 days to the clearance cycle.
• In the valuation stage,prepare original factory invoices,payment vouchers,trade contracts,and freight/insurance premium documents in advance.If the product falls within the scope of anti-dumping tax collection,prepare the Certificate of Origin and relevant exemption materials in advance to avoid high customs valuation or erroneous collection of anti-dumping tax.
• For ceramics imported from RCEP member countries,request the shipper to issue a compliant original Certificate of Origin in advance.In 2026,most ceramic categories can enjoy 0% tariff preferences,reducing tariff costs by up to 15%.

Common Risks and Pitfall Avoidance Guide

Risk points for Lianyungang ceramic imports mostly concentrate on compliance and cost dimensions.Here are three types of high-frequency issues in the past two years:

The first is the risk of erroneous anti-dumping tax collection.In 2026,China still imposes anti-dumping taxes ranging from 10% to 35% on certain categories of architectural and daily-use ceramics from the EU,South Korea,and Japan.Many cargo owners mistakenly believe that providing a Certificate of Origin is sufficient for exemption.In reality,additional materials such as product production processes and raw material purchase proofs are required to meet exemption requirements.Mr.Xiang’s order was misjudged as taxable precisely because of the lack of supplementary materials.

The second is the risk of demurrage/storage charges.In 2026,the storage fee for general cargo at Lianyungang Port is 40 RMB/container/day.It doubles after 7 days,and port congestion charges occur after 15 days.If clearance is delayed by more than a month,goods may even be auctioned by customs.We generally conduct document pre-review 3 days in advance and declare on the day the cargo arrives,striving to compress the clearance cycle to within 3 days to avoid extra storage costs.

The third is the Delivery Order (D/O) fee trap.Many designated overseas freight forwarders charge D/O fees 30%-50% higher than the market rate,and some add hidden fees like document fees and handling fees.We verify the fee details with overseas forwarders in advance to ensure all costs are transparent,preventing cargo owners from being overcharged.

Advantages of Cross-Regional Agency Service

Zhongshitong headquarters is located in Shanghai and possesses the capability for remote declaration at national ports.At Lianyungang Port,we have a resident collaborative team familiar with local port inspection rules and valuation standards,so cargo owners do not need to go to Lianyungang personally to coordinate various links.Our global agency network covers Europe,Southeast Asia,the Americas,and other major ceramic exporting countries.We can provide a full chain of services including EXW door-to-door pickup,international booking,port clearance,and domestic distribution.Regardless of which city you are in,you can coordinate with our exclusive service personnel throughout the process without the need for multi-party communication.

In February 2026,Ms.Yao from Guangdong imported a batch of food-contact tableware ceramics from Japan to supply local chain supermarkets.When clearing customs via Lianyungang Port,the local customs broker she previously hired did not conduct GB4806.4 testing in advance.The goods were detained and ordered for return shipment.If returned,she would not only lose over 100,000 RMB in payment but also miss the supermarket’s new product launch window,incurring millions in channel losses.Upon receiving her request,we immediately arranged sampling and sent it to the Lianyungang local commodity inspection laboratory for expedited testing.Simultaneously,we coordinated with customs to submit product technical specifications and overseas test reports,applying for "release first,inspect later." We also reviewed her Certificate of Origin,confirmed compliance with RCEP tariff reduction conditions,and handled the tariff reduction procedures.Ultimately,clearance was completed in 3 days,tariffs were reduced by 12%,saving a total of 87,000 RMB,and successfully catching the supermarket’s launch window.

Ceramic import appears to have a simple process,but it involves multiple details such as regulatory requirements,tariff verification,and inspection rules.A slight carelessness can lead to unnecessary losses.Engaging a professional agency for document pre-review in advance can significantly reduce clearance risks and shorten the clearance cycle.