Security equipmentImport RepresentationPerspective on Cost Structure

According to the latest Announcement No. 73 of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, security equipment is classified asHS code 8531100000The electronic monitoring products under this item have their import agency fees composed of three parts: basic service fee, government regulatory fee, and risk surcharge. A typical quotation structure is as follows:

• Basic service fee (accounting for 45%-55%)
• Document Preparation: 800-1500 RMB per shipment
• Customs clearance operation: 0.15%-0.3% of the cargo value
• Government fees (fixed proportion of 30%)
• Inspection and Quarantine: 0.5‰ of the cargo value
• VAT advance: 13% of the goods value × financing period
• Risk Surcharge (15%-25%)

Key factors influencing core pricing differences

The differences in quotations from various agents primarily stem from three technical dimensions:

• HS code accuracy: The classification discrepancy between surveillance cameras and access control systems may result in a 3.7% tariff difference.
• It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Explicit requirements: ASEAN member states' products are eligible for a 5% tariff reduction.
• Technical Access Certification

Using facial recognitionEquipment ImportsFor example, the newly added in 2025GB/T 35678-2024Standard certification increases compliance processing costs by approximately 2,000-5,000 yuan per batch.

List of Special Declaration Requirements

• Infrared monitoring equipment must provide an electromagnetic compatibility test report.
• Video recording equipment with a storage cycle exceeding 30 days must be declared separately.
• Products containing encryption modules require prior application for a cryptographic import license.

Cost Optimization Practice Plan

A smart lock importer achieved an annual cost reduction of 18.7% through the following measures:

• Adopt a split declaration strategy to clear the equipment and accessories separately.
• Apply for AEO certification to reduce the inspection rate to 3.2%.
• Establish a pre-classification database to reduce customs clearance time to 1.8 days.

When selecting agency services, it is recommended that enterprises focus on verifying the suppliers'Customs Class A Qualification,Special Goods Customs Declaration Case DatabaseandEmergency response timeThree core competency indicators.