How to Break Through Import Technical Barriers with Professional Agency Services

The global industrial brake market size is projected to exceed $4.8 billion by 2025, with China accounting for 37% as the largest importer. Under the framework of the latest "Mechanical and Electrical Products Import Management Measures" issued by the General Administration of Customs, professional agency service providers are required to possess three core competencies:

• Technical document conversion capability: Handling 12 international certification documents, including EU CE certification and US OSHA standards.
• Accuracy of tariff classification: Accurately identify the differences between HS code 8538.10 (electromagnetic brakes) and 8538.30 (hydraulic brakes).
• Supply chain collaboration capability: Integrate logistics networks from major production hubs such as Bosch in Germany to Nabtesco in Japan.

Import Process Timeline Management

The typical import cycle of industrial brakes can be divided into three stages:

• Preliminary Preparation (15 working days)
  • Product Technical Parameters Confirmation
  • Certificate of OriginDocument preparation
  • Application for Import License
• Logistics and Transportation (20-45 days)
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  • Verification of Special Equipment Transportation Qualification
• Customs clearance delivery (5 working days)
  • Electromechanical Safety Inspection Express Lane
  • Handling of Immediate VAT Refund upon Collection

Key Points for Technical Compliance Verification

For brake products designed for different application scenarios, special attention should be paid to:

• Brakes for construction machinery: Complies with the GB/T 18849-2025 standard for dynamic coefficient of friction.
• Elevator safety brake: Meets the TSG T7007-2025 type test requirements.
• Wind power equipment braking system: Certified by the GL2010 Low-Temperature Start-Stop Test

Tax Optimization Portfolio Strategy

Professional agency services can achieve a comprehensive cost reduction of 18%-25%:

• Tariff reduction pathways
  • China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement: Brake discs enjoy zero tariffs.
  • RCEP Rules of Origin Accumulation: Japanese-made components qualify for a 3% tariff reduction.
• Value-added tax management
  • Time Limit Control for Input Tax Credit Certification
  • Immediate Refund Eligibility Pre-qualification Service

Agent Service Provider Capability Assessment System

It is recommended to select service providers based on four dimensions:

• Technical Compliance Handling Case: Successfully handled 20+ special equipment cases in the past three years.
• Customs clearance time commitment: Normal documents will be cleared within 5 working days.
• Emergency response mechanism: Equipped with a professional AEO-certified customs team
• Degree of cost transparency: Provide a detailed service quotation list