I. Case Background: The Particularity of Industrial Computer Imports

In June 2022, we were commissioned by a French industrial automation equipment manufacturer to urgently import a batch of industrial control computers into China. These products have three distinctive features:

• HS code classification is complex (usually classified under 8471.49).
• It is mandatory.?CCC?Scope of Certification
• The goods are of high value and have special requirements for transportation conditions.

Through preliminary communication, we have learned that the customer's primary concern is?Clearance time efficiency?and?Compliance risk control?Industrial computers, as critical components of production equipment, may cause production line shutdowns if delivery is delayed, while improper handling of CCC certification issues could lead to the risk of return shipment.

II. Breakdown of the complete clearance process

1. Preliminary preparation phase (Critical Success Factors)

We have formed a dedicated team including a customs clearance manager, a documentation specialist, and a 3C certification consultant, focusing on completing the following tasks:

2. Airport Customs Clearance Practical Operations

Upon the arrival of the goods at Pudong International Airport, we initiated the "pre-declaration + advance document review" mechanism:

1. Complete the electronic declaration 12 hours before the aircraft lands.
2. Utilize the AEO Advanced Certification Enterprise channel for priority document review.
3. Synchronously prepare the original paper documents (including those certified by the French Chamber of Commerce).?Certificate of Origin?Trade dispute settlement mechanisms

Special Reminder: Industrial computer's?Customs valuation?It often becomes a point of contention. We have prepared transaction records of comparable products from the same period as price evidence to avoid delays in price review.

Strategies for dealing with inspections

Although this case did not ultimately trigger an inspection, we always maintain the "Inspection Emergency Kit" in a ready state:

• Product feature descriptions in both Chinese and English
• Technical specification of key components
• 3C Certification Scope Compliance Statement
• Pre-installed spare prototype with testing software

III. Experience in 3C Certification Processing

As an information technology device, industrial computers typically need to comply with the CNCA-C16-01:2020 certification requirements. In this case, we have adopted two key measures:

1. Certificate Scope Verification: Verify that the 3C certificates provided by the customer cover all imported models, with special attention to changes in key components such as motherboards and power supplies.
2. Exemption Scenario Assessment

：For some prototype samples used in research and development, we assisted the client in applying for the "Exemption Certificate for Compulsory Product Certification."

Importers of similar products are advised to pay special attention: Starting from 2023, the certification requirements for certain industrial computers have been adjusted. Please refer to the latest announcement from the General Administration of Customs.

IV. Value-added Services of Professional Agency

Through this case, we have achieved the following for our client:

V. Industry Trend Observation

Based on recent operational experience, we have found that industrial?Equipment import?Three new trends are emerging:

1. Pre-shipment inspection: An increasing number of European manufacturers are opting to complete China Standard Compliance Verification before export.
2. Tariff planning: Through?China-Europe Railway?Transportation can enjoy tariff preferences along the route.
3. Digital customs clearance: The pilot "Blockchain + Customs" model will significantly reduce document processing time.

Final advice for peers: Pay special attention to the import of industrial equipment.?Declaration consistency?Issue: The actual specifications and parameters of the arrived goods must completely match the declared information. It is recommended to establish a comprehensive Quality Assurance (QA) process for goods arrival inspection to avoid customs clearance delays caused by minor discrepancies.