I. Three Key Changes in the 2025 Import Policy

According to the latest "?Medical Devices?Catalog (2025 Edition)", Beauty?Equipment import?Special attention should be paid to:

• Equipment Attribute Identification:Radiofrequency and laser devices are uniformly classified as Class II medical devices, while those with energy exceeding 50W are upgraded to Class III.
• Enhanced Customs Inspection:The inspection ratio for beauty devices has been increased to 15% (only 8% in 2023).
• New Logistics Regulations:Equipment containing lithium batteries must provide UN38.3 certification, and cold chain transportation requires real-time temperature monitoring data.

II. Eight-Step Operational Process for Agency Import

Professional?Foreign trade?Standard service process of an agency company:

• Phase 1: Qualification Review
  • The importer is required to provide: Medical Device Business License (Class III requires a filing certificate).
  • The manufacturer must provide: CE/FDA certification (starting from 2025, verification by a CNAS-accredited laboratory is required).
• Phase 2: Contract Signing
  • Clarify the division of responsibilities under DDP/DAP terms
  • Agreement on the Payment Method for the 3% Quality Bond
• Phase 3: International Shipping
  • It is recommended to use air cushion vehicles + constant temperature containers for precision instruments.
  • It is recommended to purchase transportation insurance covering 0.3% of the cargo value.

III. Three Key Points for Customs Declaration

In accordance with the requirements of Announcement No. 47 of the General Administration of Customs in 2025:

• Medical Device Attribute Confirmation

  Please submit the "Product Intended Use Statement" and the "Technical Parameter Comparison Table" simultaneously to avoid classification disputes.

• Customs code selection

  Common HS Codes for Beauty Devices Reference:

  • 9018.9090 (General therapeutic equipment) tariff 8%
  • 9018.2010 (Laser Therapy Apparatus) Tariff 12%
• The latest tax rebate declaration system in 2025 has achieved full - process electronicization, which is specifically divided into five steps:

  The submission must include notarized translations of FDA/CE certifications, samples of Chinese warning labels, and electromagnetic compatibility test reports.

IV. Four Practical Strategies for Cost Optimization

• Tariff Planning:By utilizing the RCEP agreement tariff rates, the tax on Japanese-made equipment can be reduced to 5.8%.
• Logistics solutions:LCL shipping can save 35% on freight costs (when cargo value is <$100,000).
• Exchange rate lock:It is recommended to adopt a forward approach.?Foreign exchange settlement?Hedging exchange rate risk
• Compliance management:Completed ahead of schedule.?CCC?Certification can avoid an average of 23 days of customs clearance delays.

V. Analysis of Typical Risk Cases

Case 1:A Korean beauty device was mistakenly classified under small household appliances, resulting in a 200,000 yuan administrative penalty. Solution: Apply for a Customs Classification Advance Ruling.

Case 2:The German imported equipment was returned due to lack of radiation safety certification. Recommendation: Request the exporter to provide an IEC 60601-1 test report.

Professional foreign trade agency services can help importers reduce customs clearance time by 40% and lower overall costs by 15-20%. It is recommended to choose an agency company with medical device import qualifications and establish a long-term customs compliance cooperation mechanism.