Importing Into China: a Comprehensive Guide

Importing goods into China demands careful planning, a deep understanding of the local regulatory landscape, and an expert touch to navigate its complexities.

Whether you’re introducing foreign products to this vast market or managing an international supply chain, every step of the import process must be seamless. In this guide, we explore the essential aspects of importing into China for an efficient and smooth process!

Understanding Registration & Compliance

China import services for ensuring compliance with regulations

China’s regulatory environment is both comprehensive and complex. For example, sectors like cosmetics and health supplements face stringent requirements, including mandatory registration with the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).

Being familiar with local laws is thus essential to avoid any delays or even rejection.

Key Considerations:

Ensure accurate product classification and valuation
Obtain necessary import licenses and permits
Prepare documentation for customs clearance, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin
Product registration for goods that must be registered

ASI Logistics brings over 15 years of expertise in managing the import process in China. Our team specializes in ensuring that your products meet all regulatory requirements before they even reach Chinese shores.

We handle everything from documentation and registration (including under NMPA) to liaising with government authorities, allowing you to focus on your core business while we ensure your goods are compliant and ready for market entry.

Flexible & Optimized Storage

China import services bonded and non-bonded storage

Once your goods clear customs, secure and efficient storage is essential to maintain product integrity and accessibility. Whether you require bonded storage to defer duties and taxes or non-bonded storage for immediate market entry, ASI Logistics offers tailored storage solutions to meet your needs.

Our services include:

Bonded storage
Non-bonded storage
Pick & pack services
Labeling

Our dedicated storage services and customized solutions are designed to ensure your goods’ integrity, streamline your supply chain and enhance distribution efficiency.

Efficient Door-to-Door Distribution

China door-to-door import services from worldwide pick-up to last-mile delivery

The final step in the import process is ensuring that your goods reach their destination on time and in perfect condition, which requires precision and reliability from your local logistics provider.

Our process:

Comprehensive door-to-door services from wordlwide pick-up to last-mile delivery
Carrier coordination to meet delivery timelines
Efficient customs clearance to ensure timely delivery

ASI Logistics takes pride in its door-to-door distribution services which cover the entirety of your products' journey, from coordinating with carriers and ensuring regulatory compliance to managing labeling requirements and handling final delivery.

The Added Value of a Trusted Logistics Partner

Choosing the right logistics partner is crucial to the success of your import operations. At ASI Logistics, we combine years of expertise with a deep understanding of China’s regulatory environment to offer services that are both comprehensive and customizable. Our goal is to simplify your import process, making it as efficient and hassle-free as possible.

How ASI Logistics adds value to your import operations:

Expert Registration and Import Clearance: Navigating the complexities of Chinese regulations and customs, including NMPA registration.
Tailored Storage Solutions: Offering bonded and non-bonded storage options to fit your specific needs.
Comprehensive Pick & Pack Services: Ensuring accurate and efficient handling of your products.
Seamless Door-to-Door Distribution: Guaranteeing your goods reach their destination efficiently and in perfect condition.

Partnering with ASI Logistics means that your imports are managed with the care, expertise, and attention to detail they deserve. We are committed to being your trusted partner, helping you navigate the complexities of international trade while optimizing your operations for maximum efficiency.

Whether you’re new to the Chinese market or looking to streamline your current import operations, our solutions and support are designed to ease your import journey into China, from origin to last-mile delivery!

ASI Logistics, strong of 15 years of expertise, provides you with the most adapted logistic solution to fit your needs and ensure you enjoy the benefits of smooth operations.

Thanks to our eight offices, including six conveniently located on China's east coast logistic hubs (Shanghai, Ningbo, Xiamen, Ningbo, and Hong Kong), its two branches in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and its worldwide network of logistic experts, ASI Logistics accompanies you at every step of your product's journey from, to and within Asia.

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ASI Logistics, fort de 15 ans d'expertise, vous fournit la solution logistique la plus adaptée à vos besoins, pour une chaîne d'approvisionnement et des expéditions fluides.

Grâce à nos sept bureaux, dont cinq idéalement situés sur les hubs logistiques de la côte est de la Chine (Shanghai, Ningbo, Xiamen, Qingdao et Hong Kong), ainsi que nos deux branches à Ho Chi Minh Ville, au Vietnam, et Phnom Penh, au Cambodge, à l'expertise de notre société mère européenne et à notre réseau mondial d'experts logistiques, ASI Logistics vous accompagne à chaque étape du voyage de vos produits, vers, depuis et en Asie.