Customs Clearance for Auto Parts to and from China
Our customs team handles the complete customs clearance for Auto Parts to and from China. AEO-F certified, experienced with specific permits, certificates, and origin documents for this combination.
Shipments of Auto Parts concerning China have specific customs considerations. On one side are the product-specific rules for Auto Parts (HS codes, certificates, possibly DGR). On the other side: the trade regime between the EU and China (Derde land zonder akkoord) determines which import duties and origin documents apply.
Below you will read the combination: what specifically applies to Auto Parts, plus what specifically applies to China, plus how Aircargo.nl handles this combination daily.
Specific Rules for Auto Parts
Auto parts create a complex customs profile due to the wide variety of subtypes: engine parts, electronics, tires, lighting, brake systems, airbags, fuel components. Each type has its own HS code and import duties. AOG shipments (Aircraft on Ground for planes, similarly for cars: one halted production line or vehicle) require expedited declaration outside business hours — we provide 24/7 coverage for this.
HS Code Examples:
Chapter 87 — motor vehicles and parts. 8708.30 brakes and parts, 8708.40 gearboxes, 8708.50 drive shafts, 8708.99 other parts. Engines: 8407 combustion, 8501 electric motors. Tires: 4011. Airbags: 8708.95. Auto electronics are partially under chapter 85.
Specific Rules for China
By far the largest non-EU origin of Dutch air freight. No free trade agreement between the EU and China — shipments are subject to standard Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariffs. Anti-dumping measures apply to various product groups: aluminum, steel products, bicycles, e-bikes, certain LED products, urea, and solar panels under specific conditions. Counterfeit controls are more intensive than average.
Typical Documents:
Commercial invoice, packing list, Air Waybill, Certificate of Origin (via CCPIT) optional for trade purposes, dual-use screening for electronics, anti-dumping checks for steel/aluminum/bicycles.
Import Duties and Fees for Auto Parts from China
General auto parts: 2.7-4.5% import duties. Passenger car tires: 4.5%. Under Japan EPA, South Korea FTA, UK TCA: 0% if the certificate of origin is correct. Anti-dumping duties on aluminum rims from China and certain rubber components. VAT: 21%.
Under which regime: China falls under the “Derde land zonder akkoord”. Origin document for preferential tariff: factuurverklaring. We calculate exactly what you owe in advance and prepare the correct origin document.
ACR for export departures and ACE for direct import takeover — crucial for AOG. For automotive clients with regular flows, our DPO license works very well: monthly settlement instead of per shipment. CWP for strategic stock under suspension.
Key Figures for Auto Parts China
FAQ on Auto Parts China
How long does customs clearance take for Auto Parts from China?
With correct documentation, release usually follows within a few hours at Schiphol. For China shipments, we expect 4-8 hours after Schiphol arrival (provided AEO status and correct paperwork). Additional inspections (phytosanitary, veterinary, NVWA) may require extra time for Auto Parts — we notify you in advance to minimize waiting times.
What documents do I need for Auto Parts China?
For Auto Parts: see the product-specific certificates above. For China: see typical documents above. The combination means we gather both sets and coordinate them. You provide the commercial invoice, packing list, and any certificates — we validate and file the declaration.
Can I pay import duties for this flow on a grouped basis?
Yes. Under our DPO permit (Deferred Payment), you can pay import duties and VAT for Auto Parts from China on a grouped basis — monthly instead of per shipment.
Which origin document do I use for a preferential tariff?
factuurverklaring. We prepare this document under our authorization as customs broker, provided the origin rules (including product-specific rules for Auto Parts) are met.
How does your service work in practice?
We provide complete handling: pre-lodgement, import declaration (DMS), any NVWA notifications for Auto Parts, and payment processing under DPO if desired. You get one point of contact for the entire process.
Start customs clearance of Auto Parts China?
Request a quote for customs clearance of Auto Parts from China. We respond within 4 hours with a fixed price.