Saudi cargo, What to do when your shipment is held by Saudi customs?
1.Certificate Remediation
Medium to high-risk products require supplementary PC certificates through authorized agencies like Huayun Inspection, followed by an expedited SC certificate application.
Low-risk products may submit a Supplier's Declaration of Conformity, but information must align with the SABER system.
2.Tax & Duty Negotiation
Submit supporting documents such as Amazon sales links and supplier invoices to request reassessment based on actual value. One 3C seller successfully reduced tariffs from 30% to 12% using this method.
Outstanding duties must be paid via the SADAD platform; failure to pay will result in continued detention of the goods.
3.Document Correction
Ensure all documents are consistent, with HS codes accurately matching the physical goods. For example, "clothing" should be specified as "cotton T-shirts," and the certificate of origin must detail component sources.
Outer packaging must contain at least 30% recycled materials, or a fine of 5% of the goods' value may be imposed.
4.Involvement of a Local Agent
Authorize a Saudi customs clearance broker to liaise with customs, increasing daily processing efficiency by up to 40%.
Agents can assist in submitting Arabic documentation and handle requirements such as fumigation certificates and label corrections.
Ontask Express focuses on the Saudi special line, providing customers with efficient and reliable Saudi cargo, with a focus on the Middle East region. With overseas warehouses in Jeddah and Riyadh, along with a self-managed Chinese delivery team, we empower Chinese products to go global and benefit all humanity!