Core considerations for cross-border transactions of new/used cars/construction machinery and components

Pre inspection of bilateral access rules for import and export countries, new vehicles/construction machinery must meet emission and certification standards, used vehicles must confirm vehicle age, mileage and other access requirements, parts must be prepared for 3C/commercial inspection filing and brand authorization, and infringement and certification deficiencies must be eliminated.

Conduct third-party standardized testing in advance for all categories, issue reports that meet the requirements of the importing country, and clarify the condition and maintenance records of second-hand cars/construction machinery to avoid rejection upon arrival at the port.

The customs clearance declaration documents are complete, the information is authentic, the customs codes are accurately classified, and the declaration is made according to the actual value. For large and special categories, local qualified customs clearance agencies are entrusted to operate to avoid fines for goods seizure.

Select suitable logistics methods by category, use sea freight roll on/roll off ships for large items, ensure shock and moisture resistance for precision accessories, and purchase logistics insurance for all high-value goods to ensure transportation safety.

Choose letter of credit settlement for large/initial cooperation, wire transfer for long-term cooperation, lock in exchange rates to avoid fluctuations, use formal bank channels for fund transactions, and retain settlement vouchers.

The trade contract specifies the after-sales terms, agrees on the warranty scope for new cars/equipment, specifies the exemption content for second-hand categories, and determines the dispute resolution method to reduce disputes.

Select partners with formal import and export qualifications, calculate tariffs, value-added tax and other taxes in advance and include them in the quotation, track policy adjustments in various countries in real time, and adjust transaction plans in a timely manner.