Import of gas hoses: Trade details and safety red lines that cannot be ignored

As an old hand with 20 years of experienceforeign trade"Old hand," I've seen too many importers stumble over specialized products like gas hoses. Just last week, a client had an entire batch of stainless steel corrugated pipes detained by customs due to a lack of pre-shipment inspection, racking up thousands in demurrage fees daily. Today, let's talk about this "breathing" import commodity—the complete clearance guide for gas connection hoses.

I. Pre - preparation stage: Lay a good foundation for customs clearance

Do you remember the famous "Rubber Hose Return Case" at Ningbo Port in 2018? The importer underreported due to mistakenly using HS code 6108.11.00.3CThe certification led to the return of the entire container. This lesson tells us:

• HS Code confirmation: Stainless - steel bellows are classified under 7307.19.00 (tariff 8%), and rubber hoses belong to 4009.12.00 (tariff 10%)
• supervision conditions: Rubber hoses need to provideEntry Goods Customs Clearance Form(A), and some specifications require3C certification
• Document list:It is recommended to verify through the following methods:26., quality inspection report, dangerous goods certificate (if applicable), Chinese label sample

Special reminder: Last year, the General Administration of Customs newly added the material testing requirements forMetal - clad hosesIt is recommended to conduct ROHS testing in advance.

II. International transportation link: The pitfalls that are easy to step into

The lessons learned by an importer in Shenzhen last year are still vivid in our minds:

• Booking skills: Rubber hoses should be kept ventilated and not be loaded together with oil - based goods.
• Packaging Requirements: Each hose is individually packed in a PE bag, and the outer carton must be printed with "Keep Dry" and "Do Not Crush" labels.
• Export Clearance: For ASEAN countries such as Vietnam, special attention should be paid to the signature position of the FORM E Certificate of Origin.

It is recommended to purchaseMaritime TransportationAll RisksLast year, a batch of Korean hoses suffered damage due to container leakage. Fortunately, the insurance coverage avoided a loss of 800,000 yuan.

III. Domestic Customs Clearance Practice: The Art of Communicating with the Customs

Shanghai Customs once seized a batch of Italian hoses, which were returned because the joint threads did not meet the GB/T 26002 standard. When clearing customs, pay attention to:

• Customs declaration materials: Need to provideChinese instruction manualandProduct structure diagram
• Key inspection points: The customs will check the hose length markings (each 300mm of the rubber hose should have markings).
• Tax planning: Under the ASEAN preferential tariff rate, the tariff on hoses produced in Malaysia can be reduced to 5%.

To cope with regulatory reviewTechnical Risk ControlCustoms clearance time. Last year, a batch of German hoses was released only after 23 days of CIQ inspection.

IV. Terminal Use Safety: The Last Mile from the Customs to the Kitchen

Based on more than 300 gas hose import cases we have served, we have summarized these safety points:

• Arrival inspection: Immediately check whether the hose joint threads are intact and whether the rubber hose has hardened.
• Warehouse Management: The rubber hose should be stored away from light, and the environmental humidity should be controlled between 45% - 65%.
• Sales tips: The invoice must clearly state "validity period not exceeding 3 years."

A catering customer once had an accident due to using an overdue rubber hose, and the compensation amount was as high as 1.2 million yuan. Safety is no small matter!

V. Special Precautions

Recently, customs authorities have been cracking down on "three-no" gas hoses. It is recommended that:

• Require the supplier to spray - printA traceable QR code on each hose
• Keep the completeQuality traceability documentsAt least 3 years
• Consider purchasingImmediately suspend sales upon receiving the warning, and the insured amount is recommended to be no less than 5 million

Remember, legally imported gas hoses are not only commodities but also the guardians of the safety of thousands of households. Choosing a professional agent means choosing peace of mind and reassurance.