What will happen if the amount on the customs declaration form does not match the commercial invoice?

In accordance with the requirements of Announcement No. 38 of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, the amount declared on the customs declaration form must be completely consistent with the amount on the commercial invoice. Common issues include:

• Incorrect exchange rate conversion: Use the Bank of China's spot exchange selling rate on the third business day of each month.
• Trade termsConfusion: CIF quotations must include freight and insurance costs (it is recommended to adopt the INCOTERMS? 2025 version).
• Currency label missing: Both the transaction currency and the RMB equivalent amount must be indicated.

What are the latest methods for HS code inquiries?

Year 2025Classification of CustomsThe system has achieved three major upgrades:

• Intelligent Categorization APP New FeaturesAI Image Recognition Function(Supports product descriptions in 30 languages)
• National Unified Pre-classification Consultation Hotline: 400-812-2025 (24/7 Service)
• Key Commodity Classification Database (including the 132 newly added commodity categories under RCEP)

How to avoid having the packing list rejected by customs?

According to the analysis of chargeback cases from 2024 to 2025, the key points to note are:

• The difference between gross and net weight must not exceed the declared weight.5%
• The packaging type must be used.International Standard Code(For example, CTN = carton)
• The shipping mark information must includeAbbreviation of port of destination(For example, LAX stands for Los Angeles)

What key clauses must be included in a trade agency contract?

• Cost Settlement Mechanism:
  • Clarify the responsible party for customs declaration fees, port miscellaneous charges, and inspection fees.
  • Exchange rate fluctuation compensation clause (recommended setting of ±3% fluctuation range)
• Liability allocation:
  • Joint and several liability for the authenticity of documents
  • Procedures for Resolving Classification Disputes

What are the new changes in the declaration elements?

Two new mandatory elements will be added in 2025:

• Carbon neutrality labeling: The product carbon footprint certification number must be indicated.
• Digital trade vouchers: Blockchain Electronic Warehouse Receipt Number (Applicable to Commodities)

How to handle emergency situations when encountering data changes?

It is recommended to adopt a three-tier response mechanism:

• 48 hours before shipment: Can be modified online through the International Trade Single Window.
• Arrived but not declared: Submit a written explanation to the directly subordinate customs (must bear an electronic seal).
• Released goods: Complete the subsequent tax supplement/refund procedures (within 30 working days).

In what situations is professional representation required?

• involveDual-use itemsExport-controlled commodities
• The declared amount exceeds5 million RMBSpecially regulated goods
• Application requiredAEO certificationThe first customs declaration of an enterprise