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Complete guide to the import of roller skates: From customs policies to purchase guides, foreign trade agents help you avoid pitfalls
Complete guide to the import of roller skates: From customs policies to purchase guides, foreign trade agents help you avoid pitfalls
In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Export Control Law of the Peoples Republic of China, the Foreign Trade Law of the Peoples Republic of China, and the Customs Law of the Peoples Republic of China, China has decided to implement export controls on gallium and germanium-related items to safeguard national security and interests. This decision has been approved by the State Council and will take effect on August 1, 2023.
MoreOn August 1, 2023, China will implement the new version of the Compulsory Product Certification Implementation Rules - Electronic Products and Safety Accessories (CNCA-C09-01:2023). This rule is the result of adjustments and optimizations to the scope of compulsory product certification for electronic products and safety accessories. This change signifies that Chinas regulatory policies in the field of electronic products and safety accessories are further optimized to adapt to the new market environment and technological development trends.
MoreChina has implemented the latest important adjustments to the import and export tariff rules for passenger cars and SUVs. These adjustments are based on the Terms and Definitions for Automobiles, Trailers, and Vehicle Combinations (GB/T 3730.1—2022), which took effect on July 1, 2023.
MoreThis article discusses the guidelines issued by the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) on banning single-use plastic items. Key points include prohibiting the supply of single-use plastic plates, trays, and bowls to the public; banning single-use plastic cutlery or balloon sticks; and prohibiting the use of polystyrene containers for ready-to-eat food and beverages. The article also emphasizes that companies should adjust strategies promptly, clear inventory, and seek sustainable alternatives.
MoreThe newly introduced export support plan of the South Korean government aims to achieve positive export growth through strategies such as market diversification, industrial cluster construction, expansion of emerging industries, and deepening cooperation between China and South Korea.
MoreOn June 6, 2023, Australia issued the G/TBT/N/AUS/156 notification, aiming to merge eight existing tobacco - related laws, regulations, instruments, and court rulings into a new act - the Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Act 2023 and its implementing regulations. This act stipulates new systems and requirements, setting stricter norms for the advertising, sale, and packaging of tobacco and e - cigarette products.
MoreOn March 16, 2023, the European Commission released the proposal for the Critical Raw Materials Act, aiming to increase Europes capabilities in refining, processing, and recycling critical raw materials through a series of actions and measures, thus achieving a secure, sustainable, resilient, and diversified supply of critical raw materials. The release of this act will have a profound impact on the global raw materials market.
MoreOn May 16, 2023, the Cabinet of Japan resolved and passed the Partial Amendment to the Enforcement Order of the Consumer Product Safety Law. This regulation newly includes some magnet toys and toys made of water - absorbent synthetic resin into the specific products in Annex 1 of the Consumer Product Safety Law for strict supervision.
MoreRecently, the General Administration of Customs issued the Decision on Amending Some Rules (Order No. 263 of the General Administration of Customs), making a series of amendments to the Measures of the Customs of the Peoples Republic of China for the Administration of Export Supervision Warehouses and the Goods Stored Therein (issued by Order No. 133 of the General Administration of Customs, and amended in accordance with Orders No. 227, 235, 240, and 243 of the General Administration of Customs). These amendments came into effect on July 1, 2023. To help enterprises better understand and adapt to these changes, we have carried out a detailed interpretation of these amendments.
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