Customs Clearance for Machines & Parts to and from China
Our customs team handles the complete customs clearance for Machines & Parts to and from China. AEO-F certified, experienced with specific permits, certificates, and origin documents for this combination.
Shipments of Machines & Parts between the Netherlands and China have specific customs considerations. On one side are the product-specific rules for Machines & 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 Machines & Parts, plus what specifically applies to China, plus how Aircargo.nl handles this combination daily.
Specific Rules for Machines & Parts
Machines and industrial parts may seem straightforward but often represent the most complex customs dossiers. Multifunctional machines may be classified as dual-use (CNC milling machines, high-voltage equipment, semiconductor testing gear). Used machines require extra paperwork (CE compliance, RoHS, user information). Parts often have their own HS codes separate from the main machine.
HS Code Examples:
Chapters 84/85 — mechanical and electrical machines. 8462 punching and stamping machines, 8458 lathes, 8479 machines with a specific function. 8456.30 EDM machining tools (dual-use!). Parts often fall under 84xx.90 codes. Pumps: 8413. We screen every machine in Annex I of Regulation 2021/821.
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 Machines & Parts from China
General industrial machines: 0-4.5% import duties in the EU. Specific types are higher, e.g., refrigeration and freezing equipment up to 8%. Machines covered by the Information Technology Agreement (computer-related) benefit from 0%. Anti-dumping measures on specific product groups from China are common — we pre-screen accordingly. 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 (Authorized Consignor) for direct export shipments with no customs delays. ACP (Authorized Consignee of Union Goods) for T2L release without intervention. For import into bonded warehouses: CWP permit allows long-term storage (helpful with seasonal demand).
Key Figures for Machines & Parts China
FAQ on Machines & Parts China
How long does customs clearance take for Machines & 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 Machines & Parts — we notify you in advance to minimize waiting times.
What documents do I need for Machines & Parts China?
For Machines & 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 Machines & 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 Machines & Parts) are met.
How does your service work in practice?
We provide complete handling: pre-lodgement, import declaration (DMS), any NVWA notifications for Machines & Parts, and payment processing under DPO if desired. You get one point of contact for the entire process.
Start customs clearance of Machines & Parts China?
Request a quote for customs clearance of Machines & Parts from China. We respond within 4 hours with a fixed price.