Observation on the Current Status of the Imported Equipment Agency Industry

Against the backdrop of global supply chain restructuring in 2025, imports of high-end equipment such as precision instruments and medical devices increased by 18.7% year-on-year. However, companies are facing three major practical challenges:Increase in technical barriers to trade,Disputes over HS Code Classification Occur Frequently,The localization inspection rate has been increased to 32%.The value of professional agency companies is shifting from mere customs clearance services to comprehensive risk management across the entire chain.

Five Core Indicators for Selecting an Agency

• Special Qualification for Import of Electromechanical Products
  • 3CCertification Agent Filing Validity
  • Medical EquipmentApplication Channel for Registration Certificate
• Tariff optimization capability
  • The utilization rate of the free trade agreement has reached over 85%.
  • Temporary Re-entry Plan Maturity
• Technical Document Processing System
  • EU CE Certification Conversion Capability
  • FDA Inspection Document Pre-Review Mechanism

Risk Control Points in the Entire Process of Imported Equipment

A case study of a semiconductor company importing lithography machines in 2024 demonstrates that professional agency services can reduce total costs by 27%:

• Technical confirmation stage: Verification of equipment voltage parameter compatibility with domestic power grid
• Contract terms：DDP terms under the destination port miscellaneous charges bottom line agreement
• Transportation plan: Specialized Shock-Absorbing Container for Precision Equipment Usage

Common Decision-Making Pitfalls for Enterprises in 2025

The survey reveals that 68% of companies exhibit cognitive biases:

• Low - price trap: The customs declaration fee is as low as 800 yuan per bill, possibly lacking pre-classification services.
• Qualification blind spots: Class II medical devices must obtain an import operation filing certificate.
• Logistics misjudgment: Precision InstrumentsMaritime TransportationAdditional insurance for vibration risk is required.

Development Trends of New Service Models

• Deepening of regional supply chains: Import tariffs on Japanese machine tools under RCEP will be reduced to zero.
• Intelligent Customs Clearance System: HS code intelligent matching accuracy increased to 94%
• ESG compliance extension: OldEquipment ImportsCarbon footprint certification is required.

A practical case of medical device import: Through pre-classification, the CT equipment was determined to fall under HS code 9018.1210. Utilizing the China-Korea Free Trade Agreement resulted in a 12% tariff reduction. The use of temperature and humidity-controlled containers reduced cargo damage rate to 0.3%, achieving overall cost savings exceeding 460,000 RMB.