I. What basic qualifications are required for sheet export?

According to the latest international trade regulations in 2025, those engaged in sheet metal exports need to have:

• The basic qualifications:
  • Import and export operation right (Customs registration certificate)
  • ISO9001 Quality Management System certification
  • Timber legality certificate (FSC certification is applicable to wood - based panels)
• Import and export operation rights (Customs recordation and registration certificate)
  • CE certification is required for the EU market (including formaldehyde emission detection)
  • CARB certification is required for the US market (California Air Resources Board)
  • SASO certification is required for Middle - Eastern countries (including fire - resistance performance detection)

II.Export customs clearanceWhat documents need to be prepared?

Subject to Announcement No. 35 of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, it is necessary to prepare:

• Commercial invoice (indicating HS code, transaction method)
• Packing list (accurate to cubic meters/tonnage)
• Certificate of Origin (Tariff preferences are available for RCEP member countries)
• Fumigation Certificate (Required for solid wood materials)
• Quality Inspection Report (Complies with the standards of the target country)

III. How to choose the optimal transportation plan?

According to 2025International logisticsMarket Dynamics Suggestions:

• Full Container Load (FCL) Transportation:
  • A 20GP container can hold 28 - 32 cubic meters of sheet metal.
  • A 40HQ container is more suitable for large - volume cargo of 55 - 68 cubic meters.
• Less than Container Load (LCL) Consolidation:
  • The freight for the Southeast Asia route has decreased by 15% (data for Q2 in 2025).
  • A transportation cycle of 40 days needs to be reserved for the European route.

Fourth,Export tax refundHow to operate?

Sheet metal in 2025Export tax refundThe tax refund rate remains at 9% - 13%, and it should be noted that:

• The names on the customs declaration form and the VAT invoice must be consistent
• The tax refund declaration period is shortened to 90 days (counting from the date of customs release).
• New environmentally friendly boards can apply for an additional 3% green subsidy

V. How to deal with international trade barriers?

Regarding the special requirements of the main markets in 2025:

• European Union:EPD Environmental Declaration (Including carbon footprint tracking)
• Australia:AS/NZS 2269.0 Fire Rating Certification
• Southeast Asia:Documents proving the absence of termites are required

VI. What key links does the agency service include?

Professional agents should provide:

• Market access compliance review
• Risk control of letter of credit (L/C) terms
• Application for special port operations (such as board reinforcement and strapping)
• Emergency handling of destination port customs clearance issues

VII. How to evaluate the reliability of an agency company?

It is recommended to screen through three dimensions:

• 22. Industry experience:Having operated at least 200+ sheet metal export cases.
• 26. Service network:Having offices at major board ports (such as Qingdao and Zhangjiagang)
• Compliance ability:Hold AEO advanced certification qualification

VIII. What new opportunities are there for sheet metal exports in 2025?

According to the latest industry trend analysis:

• Infrastructure projects in the Middle East have spurred a 40% increase in the demand for fire - resistant sheet metal.
• RCEP member states have abolished an 8% import tariff (under HS Code 4407).
• The inventory cycle of building materials in the United States has been shortened to 60 days, and the supply rhythm needs to be optimized.