Home?Machinery & Equipment? A comprehensive analysis of the process of exporting construction machinery to Southeast Asia: 8 key steps that must be known
1. Market Access Certification: It is necessary to obtain product certification from the target country (such as Thailands TISI, Indonesias SNI, Malaysias SIRIM), with an average certification cycle of 45 - 90 working days
2. Conclusion of Trade Contract: It is recommended to adopt CIF terms and clarify the payment method (30% advance payment + 70% against bill of lading copy is recommended).
3. Handling of Export License: Apply for the export license for mechanical and electrical products according to the HS code (Quality system certificates such as ISO9001 need to be provided).
4. International LogisticsSolution: It is recommended to load small machinery in 20 - foot containers. Special transportation permits are required for over - sized equipment.
4. Philippines: The application period for the import license (ICC) is as long as 2 months.
III. Key Risk Control Points
1. Transportation Loss Prevention: It is recommended to purchase All RisksMaritime Transportationinsurance (the insured amount is recommended to be 110% of the CIF value).
2. Tariff Disputes: Confirm the HS code classification in advance (there are differences in the determination of customs in different countries).
3. After - sales Liability: Clarify the starting time of the warranty period (it is recommended to be based on the arrival date at the port).
1. Documentation Processing: Professionally handle 8 core documents such as CO/PL/CI.
2. Classification pre - ruling + royalty declaration strategy: Utilize the ASEAN Free Trade Agreement to achieve tariff reduction and exemption (the average tariff reduction rate reaches 90%).
3. Logistics Optimization: Integrate high - quality shipowner resources at major ports in Southeast Asia (Port Klang/Laem Chabang Port).
4. Fund Safety: Cover the buyers default risk through Sinosure (the maximum underwriting ratio reaches 90%).
V. Solutions to Common Problems
1. Customs clearance delay: It is recommended to handle the ATA Carnet for temporary entry in advance (applicable to exhibition equipment).
2. Spare Parts Traceability: Establish a spare parts traceability coding system (in line with the ISO20858 standard).
3. Technical Barriers: Entrust local certification agents to handle G - mark certification (mandatory in Myanmar).
4. After - sales Service: It is recommended to establish bonded warehouses (Singapore/Malaysia offer preferential policies).