Typical Misunderstandings in the Customs Declaration of Imported Fresh - keeping Equipment

After the General Administration of Customs Announcement No. 17 in 2025 revised the classification rules for cold - chain equipment, we handled 37 cases of abnormal declarations of fresh - keeping warehouse equipment. 68% of the problems were concentrated in the following three areas:

• Inaccurate product name description: Declaring gas-regulated fresh-keeping units as refrigeration equipment led to a 120% increase in inspection rates
• Lack of health certification documents: The synchronous requirements of EU CE certification and FDA filing added 3 test indicators
• Error in the basis of tariff calculation: Confusing the classification tariff numbers of the equipment main body and the control system components

Professional agency companies can increase the declaration accuracy rate to 98.7% through pre - classification services. It is recommended to complete the commodity pre - review procedure before signing the purchase contract.

Comparison of Regional Characteristics in Equipment Selection

Based on the import data in 2025, equipment from different origins shows significant differences:

• German Equipment
  • Energy efficiency ratio: Annual energy - saving rate of 23% - 25%
  • Maintenance cycle: The first maintenance interval reaches 8000 hours
  • Price range: 35 - 40% higher than Japanese brands
• Japanese equipment
  • Humidity control accuracy: ±1.5% RH
  • Accessory versatility: Compatible with 80% of Asian market standards
  • Delivery cycle: 15 working days shorter than that of European equipment
• Southeast Asian equipment
  • Initial investment cost: Only 60% of that of European and American equipment
  • Degree of intelligence: Supports Internet of Things connection
  • Maintenance cost: An average annual increase of 12 - 15%

Five-step Method for Full-process Risk Control

The standard operating procedures of professional agency service providers include:

1. Qualification pre-review stage
   • Verify the validity of the suppliers ISO 22000 certification
   • Confirm the electromagnetic compatibility test report of the equipment
2. Logistics solution design
   • Special treatment for shock-proof packaging
   • Leasing plan for constant temperature containers
3. Implementation of customs declaration
   • Double review mechanism for HS CODE
   • It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Verification of Ming Electronics
4. Supervision of equipment debugging
   • Data recording of pressure tests
   • On-site training for operators
5. Follow-up of after-sales maintenance
   • Reserve of spare parts for key components
   • Formulation of annual maintenance plan

Typical case analysis

When an coastal fresh food enterprise imported the MLT - 25 type controlled atmosphere storage of Mitsubishi Electric from Japan in March, 2025, due to failure to identify the sensor components produced in the United States in the equipment control system, the declared tax number was incorrect. The professional agency company resolved the risks through the following measures:

• Complete itemized classification declaration within 72 hours
• Control the proportion of supplementary tax payment and late fees within 0.8%
• Apply for the classification dispute review procedure

Comparison data shows that professional agency services can increase customs clearance efficiency by 40% and reduce the cost of abnormal handling by 65%.

Prediction of Key Industry Indicators in 2025

According to the latest statistics of the customs, for fresh - keepingEquipment Importsthe quantity is expected to increase by 18.2% year - on - year. The following areas need special attention:

• Implementation of new regulations for cross - border leased equipment supervision
• Upgrade of safety certification standards for pressure vessels
• Change of import qualification approval for used equipment

Suggestionsimport and exportEnterprises update the equipment access list every quarter, establish a dynamic supplier evaluation mechanism, and can entrust professional institutions to conduct compliance audits if necessary.