What should be considered when purchasing from China to Peru in 2025?
According to the latest trade requirements for purchases from China to Peru in 2025, the following matters should be given special attention:
1. Customs clearance document requirements
Required documents: Commercial invoice (in Spanish), packing list, bill of lading (only original bills of lading or original Sea Waybills are accepted).
Additional documents: Certificate of origin (to reduce the probability of inspection), phytosanitary certificate (agricultural products must specify the registered number of the production enterprise).
Consignee Information: At least one of the consignee or notify party on the Bill of Lading must be a locally registered company in Peru, and the Tax Identification Number (RUC Number) must be indicated.
2. Product Restrictions and Certification
Prohibited/Restricted Goods:
Food, medicines (requiring special permits), counterfeit brands, cash/cheques.
Anti-dumping products: zippers, polyester-cotton fabrics, stainless steel tableware, footwear (confirmation of exemption required).
Sensitive Goods Transportation: Cosmetics, electrical products, liquids/powders require prior notification, and packaging must comply with safety standards.
Special Certifications: Beauty instruments, medical devices, etc., require prior certification from the destination country.
3. Taxes and Cost Control
Tax Structure: Customs duties + CIF VAT (18%) + surcharges, with total costs accounting for approximately 30%-50% of the goods' value.
Tax-Exempt Scenarios: Certain agricultural products (e.g., walnuts) are subject to 0% tariff but still require payment of 13% VAT.
Cost-Saving Tips:
Ship in batches to avoid high single-shipment declarations;
declare cargo value reasonably (undervaluation is strictly prohibited, as it may result in additional taxes and fines).
4. Logistics and Customs Clearance Operations (from China to Peru)
Packaging requirements:
Outer packaging must be labelled with ‘This product is exported to the People's Republic of China’ (in Chinese/English), product name, place of origin, enterprise registration number, etc.;
Chemical products must use internationally standardised leak-proof packaging.
Customs clearance process:
It is recommended to engage a local Peruvian professional customs clearance agent to handle document review and inspection cooperation;
Container seal numbers must be fully listed on the bill of lading.
5. Risk Mitigation Recommendations
Policy Risk: Political instability in Peru may impact policy implementation; closely monitor developments in free trade agreement upgrades (e.g., tariff reductions, service trade liberalisation provisions).
Logistics Timelines: Allow sufficient transportation time to account for port congestion (especially during holidays) and purchase cargo insurance.
Supplier Selection: Prioritise collaboration with Peruvian-registered suppliers with export registration (e.g., agricultural products must be sourced from Chinese-approved enterprises).
Key Reminder: In 2025, Peruvian customs will enforce strict valuation standards for machinery and textile products; ensure declarations align with actual goods value. Under DDP terms, ensure freight forwarders possess dedicated clearance capabilities for Peru.
