Recently, Unitex was commissioned by an American cosmetics manufacturing company to handle the customs clearance for a shipment of cosmetics worth approximately $20,000 being imported into China. Below are the detailed circumstances of this case.

01 Case Background

Our company received a commission from a cosmetics manufacturer based in the United States to import a shipment of cosmetics valued at around $20,000 into China. The goods primarily consisted of skincare products, makeup, perfumes, etc., with a total weight of approximately 500 kilograms. According to Chinese customs regulations, these goods required customs clearance procedures.

02 Customs Clearance Process

1. Preparation of Documents:We prepared the following documents for our client:

Export license

Commercial invoice

Packing list

Contract

Certificate of origin

2. Filling Out the Customs Declaration Form:We filled out the customs declaration form with the information provided by our client. We accurately entered details such as the product name, quantity, value, and country of origin.

3. Submission of Customs Documents:Unitex prepared all the necessary customs documents and related import permits, ensuring the accuracy of all information.

4. Payment of Taxes and Fees:According to the requirements of Chinese customs, Unitex calculated the taxes and fees due for the client and promptly paid them.

5. Release of Goods:After review and inspection, Chinese customs released the goods, allowing them to enter China.

6. Transportation and Delivery:Unitex arranged for the transportation of the goods from the United States to China and delivered the goods to the designated consignee upon their arrival in China.

03 Case Summary

Through the professional operations of Unitex's import customs clearance team, the shipment of cosmetics from the United States to China successfully completed the customs clearance process and entered the Chinese market. Throughout this process, Unitex provided comprehensive consulting and agency services to ensure that the client’s goods were compliantly imported according to Chinese laws and regulations.

For cosmetic imports, we need to pay special attention to the safety of product ingredients and whether they comply with relevant Chinese regulations. Before handling this shipment, Unitex conducted a detailed understanding and assessment of the client’s goods to ensure they met China’s import requirements. In addition, we assisted the client in preparing all necessary documents and carefully verified their accuracy.

Through this case, we have once again demonstrated Unitex’s professional capabilities and service quality in handling import and export business. We look forward to more opportunities to provide high-quality services to our clients and achieve more win-win cooperation in the future.