Customs Declaration Process and Fees for Hong Kong Import Companies

There are no import tariffs on general goods in Hong Kong (except for tobacco and alcohol).

Route: Hong Kong International Airport à Client's Company

The fee breakdown is as follows:

1.Airport Transportation Fee (to Client): HKD $1000 (from HKK Warehouse)

2.Inspection Fee (if applicable): HKD $500 (based on a half-day rate of up to 4 hours; exceeding 5 hours will be charged at HKD $1200)

3.Airline Handling Charge: HK$ 2.50 x actual weight in kg

4.Documentation Fee: HK$ 20

5.Customs Declaration Fee: HK$ 200

6.Parking Fee: Reimbursed on an as-incurred basis (generally ranges from HK $25–60 per hour, if applicable)

7.Recommendation: We suggest letting us compare international courier services for you to find the best option.

Commodity Restrictions & Customs Clarification

1.Acceptable Items: Food, health supplements, products containing batteries, plants, and seeds.

*Please refer to FAQ section E2 regarding health supplement restrictions

*Also acceptable: Perfumes, essential oils (products containing alcohol), cosmetics/skincare, medicines, and nail polish.

2.Prohibited Items: Flammable or hazardous-labeled products, pressurized spray cans, pure alcohol, live animals, tobacco/cigars, and any animal or insect-derived products. Note: If a prohibited item is returned, a handling fee of 500 points will be charged.

3.Compliance & Liability: The contents of all entrusted shipments must strictly comply with import regulations and must not contain contraband. If any items are found to violate import regulations, the client shall bear full legal responsibility, and this consignment will lose eligibility for the aforementioned promotional offers. Red Sea reserves the right to amend service terms and retains the final right of interpretation.

*P.S. The creation of a waybill constitutes agreement to and compliance with all the terms stated above.

Special Announcement:

If Customs inspects a shipment and finds goods that are subject to statutory controls/licensing, commodity tax, or anti-dumping duties, but the shipment was not declared via a formal customs declaration, a Customs Violation Penalty of HKD/TWD 6,000 will be imposed (excluding additional fines from relevant government authorities), plus a handling fee of 300.

Below are the common regulatory authorities and the types of controlled goods they oversee:

*BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection): Home appliances (refrigerators, TVs, electric cookers, etc.), toys (for children under 14), textiles (underwear, towels, bedding, etc.), car tires/steel rims, lighting fixtures (indoor lamps), paint, luggage, massage devices, batteries, etc.

*NCC (National Communications Commission): Goods with Bluetooth or Wi-Fi functionality, or goods equipped with wireless remote controls.

*BOFT (Bureau of Foreign Trade): Hardware accessories (screws, aluminum/steel products), ceramic tiles, solar panels, bedding, electronic locks, radar equipment, grinding wheels, electric vehicles, electric drills, water heaters, socks, face masks, etc.

*Quarantine/BAPHIQ: Animals (including animal food), plants (including fertilizer), cat litter, wood shavings, feathers, etc.

*FDA (Food and Drug Administration): Disinfectants, medicines, food products, tableware, etc.

*MOHW (Ministry of Health and Welfare): Medical devices (beauty/aesthetic devices, moxibustion equipment, wheelchairs), medicated cosmetics (with acne-fighting or anti-wrinkle claims), hair dye, reading glasses, medical masks, etc.

*Counterfeit goods, counterfeit bags, and branded items involve trademark infringement and intellectual property laws; please do not attempt to bypass these laws.

*E-cigarettes and related accessories/parts (including heating devices and pods/cartridges)—whether they contain nicotine or not—cannot be shipped. Importers face fines ranging from 10 million to 50 million, alongside orders to rectify, recall, destroy, or return the goods within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply will result in consecutive fines.

*Please note that breaking large shipments into smaller pieces to evade customs, counterfeit/infringing items, and contraband are currently top priorities for Customs enforcement.

Friendly Reminders:

1.Prohibited Goods: Shipments must strictly comply with the import and export laws of the respective countries.

2.Sender Responsibility: Senders are responsible for checking and verifying the import/export regulations of the origin and destination countries.

3.Health Supplements, Medicines, Food, Cosmetics... etc.: These are outlined in our [FAQ]. If you are unsure, please consult our customer service team via Line: @lgg6811g.

4.For Reference Only: The information above is for guidance only. Please rely on the latest updates from government websites or look them up on Google.

5.Detailed Instructions: For more comprehensive explanations, please click on the [Quick Start Guide] and refer to items 8 through 13.