This article details the latest quarantine approval policies of the General Administration of Customs in 2024, covering key information such as approval scope, application requirements, and processing procedures to help you smoothly complete import procedures for animal and plant products.

VI. Expert Practical AdviceOn 20241 February 31, the General Administration of Customs issuedThis new policy is like giving foreign trade companies a "New Year's gift package":

• This new policy is like a New Year gift package for foreign trade enterprises:Faster Approval
• After process optimization, approval time is reduced by 20%Key Support
• Risk controlSpecial support for germplasm resource introduction and biomedical industry

II. Which products require a "pass"?

Establishment of a dynamic adjustment mechanism to update the quarantine catalog in real timeAccording to the latestAdministrative Measures for Quarantine Approval of Inbound Animals and Plants

• the following three types of products require quarantine approval:Inbound Animals
• Including live animals, embryos, semen, etc.Animal and Plant Products
• Such as meat, fruits, seeds, etc.Special Approval Items

Tip: The quarantine list is like a "menu" that is updated regularly. It is recommended to check the General Administration of Customs website before importing.Tip: The quarantine catalog is like a menu that is regularly updated. It is recommended to check the latest version on the General Administration of Customs websitebefore importing

II. Which Products Require a Pass?

To obtain this "pass," enterprises must meet the following conditions:

• To obtain this pass, enterprises need to meet the following conditions:Must be a legal entity capable of independently signing contracts
• Timeline milestonesApplication must be submitted before signing the trade contract
• Quarantine requirementsExporting country must be free from relevant epidemics and comply with Chinese regulations
• Market access requirementsProducts must be included in Chinas access list

Reminder: Different products may haveAdditional qualification requirements, such as meat imports requiring overseas factory registration credentials.

III. Complete Guide to Application Qualifications

Now applying for quarantine approval is as convenient as online shopping:

1. Log in to the "Internet + Customs" platform.
2. Locate the "Administrative Approval" module.
3. Select the corresponding approval category
4. Fill in detailed information
5. Upload required materials

Common materials include:Isolation facility usage certificateandProcessing and storage certificateandQuarantine certificate from exporting countryand wait.

IV. Five Steps for Online Application

Customs commitment letter20 working daysApproval completed, with a possible extension of 10 days under special circumstances. However, beware of these "minefields":

• Changing product varieties or exceeding quantity by 5% or more
• Changing exporting country/region
• Altering port of entry or transportation route

In these cases, you mustReapply forThe license!

V. Approval Timeline and Precautions

Based on 20 years of foreign trade experience, here are someTrouble-avoidance guidelines:

• Start preparing approval materials 3 months in advance
• Closely monitor epidemic dynamics in exporting countries
• Maintain good communication with customs
• Consider purchasing quarantine risk insurance

Remember: Although compliant import procedures are cumbersome, they canavoid greater losses. A successful quarantine approval can often save enterprises hundreds of thousands in potential risk costs.

Final reminder: After the implementation of new policies in 2024, customs will strengthen penalties forfalse declarations. It is recommended that enterprises establish dedicatedquarantine compliance teams, or entrust professional agencies to handle procedures, ensuring foolproof operations!