U.S. Tightens Import Regulations on Chinese Goods: Higher Inspection Rates, Rising Costs and New Shipping Requirements

This Week’s Latest Updates:

U.S. Customs Tightens Inspections on Chinese Goods

The inspection rate for Chinese goods at U.S. Customs has surged from the usual 5% to a staggering 70%. Authorities are focusing on cracking down on practices such as “undervaluing goods” and “mislabeling shipments to evade taxes.”

Amazon AWD Warehouse Fees See Significant Increase

Amazon’s AWD (Amazon Warehousing & Distribution) fees have risen sharply this week. Processing fees have increased by an average of 8%, while transportation fees have climbed by approximately 15%. Some sellers may still qualify for partial discounts depending on their eligibility under Amazon’s updated policies.

New FedEx Requirements for Shipments to the U.S. (Effective March 25)

FedEx Hong Kong has announced new regulations for all shipments to the United States:

• Mandatory 10-digit U.S. HS Code: All shipments must clearly indicate the 10-digit U.S. Harmonized System (HS) Code.
• Manufacturer Identification Code (MID): For textiles, apparel, and FDA-regulated goods, invoices must include the Manufacturer Identification Code (MID).

Additional Resources for Reference:

• MID Code information: Refer to the attached documentation.

• U.S. HS Code lookup: https://rulings.cbp.gov/home

• U.S. tariff rate lookup: https://hts.usitc.gov/

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