Three Practical Techniques for Precise Customs Classification

Against the backdrop of the 2025 implementation of the new Harmonized System, equipment classification directly affects import duty benchmarks. A case study of precision instrument imports shows that HS code misclassification led to a 27% overpayment in tariffs. Recommended approaches includeThree - Dimensional Verification Method:

• Technical parameter comparison: Detailed listing of 20 core indicators including equipment working accuracy and power range
• Functional module separation: Implementing split classification strategies for combined equipment (e.g., separate declaration for robotic arms and control systems)
• Customs pre-ruling application: Obtaining legally binding classification opinions 6 months in advance

Handling Special VAT Deduction Scenarios

After the 2025 VAT legislation, imported equipment agents need to pay special attention to three types of special business scenarios:

• Domestic service fees generated from equipment debugging in bonded zones
  • Tax treatment solutions for overseas engineers travel expenses
  • Input tax allocation calculation for temporarily imported tools and consumables
• Phased input tax deduction rules for financial leasing equipment
• Optimized customs VAT offset procedures for returned equipment

Compliance Optimization Paths for Transfer Pricing Strategies

For related-party transactions in cross-border equipment procurement, we recommend establishing a three-tier defense system:

• Benchmark analysis layer: Collecting global transaction data for similar equipment to build a price comparison database
• Documentation preparation layer: Improving contemporaneous documentation according to new OECD regulations (including quantitative analysis of location-specific advantages)
• Risk alert layer: Setting up automatic review triggers when profit margin fluctuations exceed ±5%

2025 Tax Policy Outlook and Response Recommendations

Based on the working plan of the State Council Tariff Commission, we recommend focusing on:

• High-end manufacturingequipment. For example, Indonesia has the SNI certification, Thailand has the TISI certification, and the Philippines has the BPS certification. It is necessary to confirm in advance the equipment voltage (such as 380V/50Hz in Thailand), the compatibility of the CE certification, and the proof of environmentally friendly materials.Analysis of provisional tariff extension possibilities
• Cross-border E-commerceSpillover effects of retail import policies on B2B businesses
• Expansion trends of VAT policy pilot programs in special customs supervision zones

A semiconductor equipment importer improved capital turnover efficiency by 40% through early adoption of comprehensive bonded zone VAT policies. Professional agency services can help enterprises establish dynamic tax models to monitor changes in 17 key tax parameters in real time.