Customs declaration and inspection are two important customs clearance links in international trade, involving compliance procedures for the import and export of goods

Ⅰ. Customs declaration:

Definition: The process of declaring goods information to the customs and handling import and export procedures.

Purpose: Pay customs duties and value-added tax in accordance with the law and complete customs clearance.

Main contents:

1. Declaring subject: consignee or consignor or customs broker.

2. Declaration content:

- Goods information (name, quantity, value, origin, etc.).

- Trade mode (general trade, processing trade, etc.).

- Submit documents: contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, customs declaration, etc.

3. Customs review:

- Check goods (spot check or full check).

- Determine taxes and fees (tariffs, value-added tax, etc.).

4. Release:

- After completing tax payment and review, the customs releases the goods.

Applicable situations: All imported and exported goods must be declared.

Ⅱ. Inspection Declaration

Definition: Declare goods to the inspection and quarantine agency to ensure that they meet safety, sanitation, environmental protection and other standards.

Purpose: Prevent the introduction of diseases and harmful organisms, ensure food safety, etc.

Main contents:

1. Declaring entity:

- Cargo owner or agent for inspection declaration.

2. Declaration content:

- Type of goods (such as animals and plants, food, dangerous goods, etc.).

- Submit documents: contract, invoice, packing list, quarantine certificate (such as certificate of origin, health certificate), etc.

3. Inspection method:

- Document review (written inspection).

- On-site inspection (sampling inspection, quarantine treatment).

4. Release:

- Issue the "Entry/Exit Goods Clearance Certificate" after passing the inspection.

Applicable situations:

- Legally inspected goods (such as food, cosmetics, animal and plant products).

- Goods involving safety, sanitation and environmental protection.

Ⅲ. Operation process (taking import as an example):

1. Inspection: After the goods arrive at the port, declare inspection to the customs (if necessary) and obtain the "Customs Clearance Certificate".

2. Customs declaration: Submit the customs declaration and related documents, and the customs will review and levy taxes.

3. Inspection: The customs or inspection and quarantine agency may inspect the goods.

4. Release: Pick up the goods after completing all procedures.

Ⅳ. Notes:

1. Confirm in advance: whether the goods are included in the "Legal Inspection Catalog" and whether quarantine is required.

2. Document consistency: Ensure that the customs declaration and inspection information are consistent with the contract and invoice.

3. Special requirements: For example, endangered species, medical devices, etc. require additional licenses.

4. Timeliness: Some fresh goods need to be inspected first to avoid demurrage fees.