Under what circumstances are goods exported to the Middle East likely to be detained by customs? For cross-border e-commerce, customs detention is a common challenge. Once this issue arises, whether due to the seller's own reasons or the logistics service provider's reasons, it will seriously impact the seller's interests. Therefore, every effort must be made to avoid it.
Customs detention refers to goods being held by the customs of the importing or exporting country due to reasons related to customs requirements, resulting in the customer being unable to receive the goods normally. Generally, the reasons related to customs requirements include but are not limited to the following:
Goods involving sensitive items: The Middle East has relatively strict controls on certain sensitive items, such as firearms, chemicals, etc. If your goods fall into these sensitive categories, they are likely to be detained by customs for more stringent inspections.
High-value goods: The Middle East also imposes strict supervision on high-value goods, as these items often become targets for criminals. If your goods are of high value, customs may conduct more rigorous inspections to ensure safety.
Lack of necessary documents and certifications: Customs in the Middle East have strict requirements for documents and certifications related to goods. If your goods lack the necessary documents and certifications, they are likely to be detained by customs. Therefore, before shipping, ensure that all documents and certifications for your goods are complete.
Improper packaging: The climate conditions in the Middle East are relatively unique, with significant impacts from high temperatures and dust storms. If your goods are improperly packaged and susceptible to climate and environmental influences, customs may subject them to more stringent inspections.
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