In response to industry development and the need for clear product classification, the General Administration of Customs has adjusted the inspection and quarantine codes for certain chicken wing and chicken claw products and added CIQ codes for pet food. This article aims to provide enterprises with clear and systematic guidance to ensure correct and efficient cargo declaration under these adjustments.

Starting from August 9, the General Administration of Customs has made significant adjustments to the 13-digit inspection and quarantine codes for certain chicken wing and chicken claw products. The specific code changes involved are as shown in the article.

Important Notice:Enterprises using expired codes for the Quarantine License when declaring goods after August 9 will have their declarations rejected. Therefore, it is necessary to reapply for the Quarantine License according to the new codes.

The CIQ code adjustments involve both obsolete and newly added codes. Notably, a clear distinction has been made between chicken wing and claw products for pet food processing and those for human consumption to accommodate different inspection and quarantine standards and customs clearance requirements.

For chicken wing and claw products using the new codes, enterprises must provide an official sanitary certificate for meat exported to China issued by the exporting countrys authorities during declaration.

In addition to the basic declaration requirements, special attention must be paid to the various documents provided, such as the original sanitary certificate,Maritime Transportationbill of lading, etc., and ensure that the feeding/edible purpose is clearly marked and the correct CIQ code is selected in the Single Window declaration interface.

Enterprises can log in to the Internet + Customs website and select the corresponding category under the animal and plant quarantine module to proceed.

During the filling process, ensure the authenticity and accuracy of all information, including but not limited to HS code, CIQ code, origin, etc. Additionally, depending on the trade situation, other important information such as port of entry and destination must be filled in.

Please note:For the Entry Animal and Plant Quarantine License applied for before August 9 that does not match the new codes, enterprises need to reapply for the corresponding license before making the declaration.

With industry development and market changes, the General Administration of Customs adjustments to product codes aim to better respond to market demands and clarify product classification. For import enterprises, timely understanding and adaptation to these changes are crucial. This article hopes to provide valuable guidance to help enterprises smoothly proceed with cargo declaration and transactions under the new code system.

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