A Comprehensive Guide to Shipping Coffee Tables to Taiwan: Process, Costs, Customs Clearance and Precautions
Many Taiwanese friends like to purchase coffee tables from the Chinese mainland. Whether it's a variety of solid wood coffee tables or modern and simple glass coffee tables, they can all meet the needs of different home styles. However, coffee tables are large pieces of furniture. The consolidated shipping process involves multiple steps such as packaging, transportation, and customs clearance, which many people are not very familiar with. This article will provide a detailed introduction to the complete process of consolidating coffee tables to Taiwan, the cost structure, customs clearance requirements, and transportation precautions for coffee tables of different materials, helping everyone smoothly ship their favorite coffee tables back to Taiwan.
I. Detailed Process of shipping coffee tables to Taiwan
Consolidation shipping steps
1. Download/Register the Taojiyun app.
2. Obtain the exclusive delivery address for the Chinese mainland.
3. Copy the address into the address bar of the shopping app.
4. Wait for the goods to arrive at the consolidation warehouse/apply for consolidation when all are present.
5. Fill in the delivery address in Taiwan. 6. Pay the freight
Ii. Cost Composition for shipping coffee tables to Taiwan
The cost of shipping coffee tables to Taiwan mainly consists of the following parts:
- Basic freight chargeThe calculation is based on the weight and volume of the coffee table, usually taking the larger value of the two. The unit prices of different modes of transportation (air and sea) vary, with air transportation having a higher unit price than sea transportation.
- Packaging feeAs the coffee table is a large item and requires special packaging, a certain packaging fee will be incurred. The specific cost depends on the complexity of the packaging.
- Customs clearance feeWhen container shipping companies handle customs clearance procedures, they will charge a customs clearance fee, which usually ranges from tens of yuan to over a hundred yuan.
- Other expensesIf the value of the coffee table is relatively high, you can purchase transportation insurance. In addition, if the delivery address is in a remote area of Taiwan, a remote area delivery fee may be charged.
Iii. Customs Clearance Requirements for consolidated shipments of coffee tables to Taiwan
- Report information truthfullyWhen making the declaration, please accurately fill in the relevant information of the coffee table, including brand, material, quantity, price, etc. Concealment or false reporting is strictly prohibited. If the declared information does not match the actual situation, it may lead to delays in customs clearance or even the detention of the goods.
- Provide necessary proofFor solid wood coffee tables, it may be necessary to provide relevant certificates such as the Phytosanitary Certificate to prove that the wood has been treated and meets the import requirements of Taiwan.
- Comply with import regulationsTaiwan has certain regulations on the environmental protection standards and safety performance of imported furniture. It is necessary to ensure that the coffee tables being consolidated and transported comply with these regulations to avoid being detained due to non-compliance.
Iv. Precautions for the consolidated Transportation of coffee Tables Made of Different Materials
Solid wood coffee table
- Solid wood coffee tables are afraid of moisture and bumps. During transportation, proper moisture-proof and reinforcement measures should be taken.
- Confirm whether the type of wood belongs to the varieties restricted from import in Taiwan to avoid being unable to clear customs due to material issues.
(2) Glass coffee table
- Glass is a fragile item. When packing, it is essential to provide adequate cushioning and reinforcement to prevent breakage during transportation.
- It is recommended to purchase transportation insurance to deal with possible damage.
(3) Board coffee table
- When choosing a wooden coffee table, it is important to avoid heavy pressure to prevent deformation.
- Check the environmental protection grade of the board to ensure it complies with the relevant standards of Taiwan.
In conclusion, when shipping coffee tables to Taiwan, it is necessary to have a clear understanding of the process, costs, customs clearance requirements and other information, choose a legitimate consolidated shipping company, and do a good job in packaging and declaration. Coffee tables made of different materials have their own points to note during transportation. Only by making preparations in advance can we ensure that the coffee tables arrive safely and smoothly in Taiwan. If you have any other questions, you can consult the professional customer service of the container shipping company to obtain more detailed information and suggestions.
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