Procedures for importing hand forklifts

1. Hand forklifts import policy

When you import any type of item, you must first understand the import policy of that item. The policy on import of hand forklifts of all kinds is specified in the following legal documents:

• Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC dated 25/3/2015; amended and supplemented 39/2018/TT-BTC dated 20/04/2018;
• Circular 39/2016/TT-BGTVT dated 6/12/2016;
• Decree No. 43/2017/ND-CP dated 14/4/2017;
• Circular 12/2022/TT-BGTVT dated 30/06/2022;
• Decree 69/2018/ND-CP dated 15/05/2018;
• Decree 128/2020/ND-CP dated 19/10/2020;

According to the above documents, forklifts are not on the list of goods banned from import. For used forklifts, they are on the list of conditional imports, subject to quality inspection as prescribed. When carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts, it is necessary to pay attention to the following points:

• Hand forklifts must be inspected for quality when imported;
• Determine the correct HS code to determine the correct tax and avoid being fined;
• Imported hand forklifts must have a label according to Decree No. 43/2017/ND-CP;

If you do not fully understand the above legal documents. Please contact the hotline or hotmail for advice.

2. Determine the hs code of the hand forklift

Determining the HS code is the most important step when carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts. Identifying the HS code will determine the import tax, VAT and import policy. To determine the correct hs code of the hand forklift You need to understand the characteristics of the goods: Capacity, material, operating principle of the product.

2.1 Hand Forklift HS Code

HS (Harmonized System) code is a series of codes that are common to all goods around the world. Between different countries in the world, there is only a difference in the number of tails. Therefore, the first 6 digits of the worldwide hs code for an item are the same. Here, Just In Time would like to share with you the hs code board of hand lifts.

HS Code	Describe
84271000	Autonomous vehicles powered by electric motors
84272000	Other autonomous vehicles
84279000	Other vehicles (including hand lifts, non-motorized)

 

According to the import and export tariff schedule, the HS code of hand forklifts is classified into group 8427. According to the above HS codes, the import tax on hand forklifts is 0%. The import VAT on hand forklifts is 10%.

2.2 Risks of applying the wrong hs code

Determining the correct HS code is very important when carrying out procedures for importing hand trucks. Identifying the wrong hs code will bring certain risks to you such as:

Delays in customs procedures: Incorrect declaration of HS codes can lead to delays in customs procedures, as it takes time to check and verify accurate information about the type of goods.
Shall be fined for incorrectly declaring hs codes according to Decree 128/2020/ND-CP;
Delayed delivery: If the goods are found to have declared the wrong HS code, the customs authority may request correction or clarification of information. This can lead to delays in the delivery process and affect the production and business cycle of the business.
In case of incurring import tax, you will face a fine of at least 2,000,000 VND and a maximum fine of 3 times the tax amount.
To accurately determine the hs code for a specific type of hand forklift. Please contact the hotline or hotmail for advice.

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3. Import tax on hand forklifts

Import duty is an obligation that the importer must fulfill when carrying out procedures for importing hand trucks. Tax obligations are mandatory and goods are only cleared when the tax obligation has been fulfilled.

There are two types of import taxes, namely VAT and import tax. Import duties depend on the hs code of the selected goods. The import tax calculation method of hand forklifts is as follows:

Import tax determined according to the import tax hs code is calculated according to the formula:
Import tax = CIF value x % tax rate

Import VAT is determined according to the formula:
Value Added Tax = (CIF Value + Import Tax) x % VAT rate.

According to the above formula, it can be seen that the import tax of hand forklifts belongs to the imposed tax rate. The tax rate depends on whether the order has a certificate of origin or not. If there is a certificate of origin (c/o), a special preferential tax rate may be applied.

4. Labeling of imported goods

Labeling imported goods is not a new regulation. However, since Decree 128/2020/ND-CP was issued, the labeling of imported goods has been monitored more closely. Labeling goods aims to help the authorities manage goods, determine the origin and the unit responsible for the goods. Therefore, labeling goods is one of the indispensable stages when carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts from different countries.

4.1 Label content

In addition to having to put a label, the label content is also very important. The content of labels of goods items is specified in Decree No. 43/2017/ND-CP. For hand trucks, the contents of a full label include the following information:

• Information of the exporter's family (address, company name);
• Information of the importer (address, company name);
• Name of goods and information of goods;
• Origin of goods;

Those are the basic label contents that need to be affixed to the goods. The information presented must be in English or other languages that must be translated. When carrying out procedures for importing forklifts, if you encounter a red channel, customs inspection will pay great attention to the content of the label above.

4.2 Labeling Placement on Goods

Labeling the goods is necessary, but it is more important to put them in the right place. When importing, goods labels need to be pasted on the surfaces of the package such as: On cartons, on wooden bales, on product packaging. Or any place as long as it is convenient to check and easy to see. Labeling in the right place will help save time for inspection when carrying out smart watch import procedures.

For tray goods on the market, it is necessary to show more information. Such as manufacturer, quantity of goods, specifications, date of manufacture, safety warnings.

4.3 Risks encountered when not labeling

Labeling goods is caught in accordance with the law. If the goods are not labeled when imported or the content of the goods label is wrong. The importer faces the following risks:

• Being fined according to regulations, the fine level is specified in Article 22 of Decree 128/2020/ND-CP;
• Not entitled to special preferential import tax because the certificate of origin will be rejected;
• Goods are easily lost or damaged due to the absence of warning labels for loading, unloading and transportation;

With the above risks, we recommend that you put a label on the goods when checking in for the import of hand forklifts of all kinds. If you don't fully understand the regulations on labels. Please contact the hotline or hotmail for advice.

5. Set of dossier for carrying out procedures for import of hand forklifts

The set of dossiers for carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts in particular, importing other items in general. Stipulated in Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC dated 25/3/2015; amended and supplemented 39/2018/TT-BTC dated 20/04/2018.

The following is a set of dossiers for carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts of all kinds:

• Customs declaration;
• Sale contract;
• Certificate of origin (if any);
• Packing list;
• Commercial invoice;
• Bill of lading;
• Quality inspection dossiers;
• Catalog (if any), and other documents if required by customs;

In the above set of documents, the following documents are the most important: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading. Other documents will have to be provided upon request from customs.

Certificate of origin is an optional document. However, in order to enjoy the special preferential import tax rate, the buyer should ask the seller to provide it. The special preferential import tax rate is usually 0%.

If you do not fully understand the documents in the dossier of procedures for importing smart watches of all kinds. Please contact the hotline or hotmail for advice.

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6. Forklift quality inspection process

Hand forklifts are equipment subject to quality inspection according to Circular 12/2022/TT-BGTVT dated 30/06/2022.The process of conducting quality inspection when carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts includes the following steps:

Step 1: Prepare the dossier

A set of documents to register for quality inspection includes: Contract, invoice, bill of lading, packing list, declaration, can provide additional C/O, C/Q or test report that the exporter has made. And there must be a form of registration for quality inspection of imported goods.

Step 2: Submit a set of quality inspection dossiers

After having a complete registration dossier, bring the paper dossier to the registry to submit and apply for confirmation on the registration application so that the procedures for importing hand lifts can be carried out.

Step 3: Inspect the actual goods

The quality inspector of the registration unit will go to the warehouse to check the quality of the equipment. When inspecting goods fully according to QCVN 22:2018/BGTVT regulations.

Step 4: Notification of results and issuance of certificates

After the inspection of the quality of goods is completed, the inspecting agency will issue a certificate of quality or non-quality. With a certificate, customs clearance of goods can be carried out.

7. Process of procedures for importing hand forklifts

The process of carrying out procedures for importing hand forklifts as well as many other items. It is very specifically stipulated in Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC dated 25/3/2015 amending and supplementing 39/2018/TT-BTC dated 20/04/2018. We summarize the steps in a short description so that you can visualize the big picture.

The following are the main steps to carry out procedures for importing hand forklifts of all kinds.

Step 1. Declaration of customs
declaration After having all import and export documents: Contract, commercial invoice, packing list, sea waybill, certificate of origin, notification of arrival of goods and identification of the hs code of the forklift. Then the declaration information can be entered into the customs system via the customs declaration software.

The declaration of customs declarations on customs software. Importers are required to have an understanding of data entry into the software. Customs declarations should not be filed on your own when you are not familiar with the job. Self-declaration can easily be stuck with points that cannot be corrected on the customs declaration. At that time, it will take a lot of money and time to fix.

Within 30 days from the date of arrival of goods at the port, the customs declarant must make a customs declaration. If this time limit is exceeded, the importer must face a fine fee from the customs side.

Note: After the customs declaration is issued, the dossier of registration for quality inspection must be prepared. The quality inspection of hand forklift posts is managed by the Registry. The forklift customs clearance process and quality inspection will proceed in parallel.

Step 2. Opening the customs declaration After
the customs declaration is completed, the customs system will return the results of the declaration channeling. If there is a flow of declarations, print out the declaration and bring the import dossier to the customs sub-department to open the declaration. Depending on the green, yellow and red channels, the steps to open the declaration are taken.

The opening of the declaration must be carried out as soon as possible, no later than 15 days from the date of declaration of the declaration. The declarant must bring the dossier to the Sub-department of Customs to open the customs declaration. Within more than 15 days, the declaration will be cancelled and you will face a penalty fee from customs.

Step 3. Release of goods
: After checking the dossier, if there is no question, the customs officer will accept the release of the declaration. You can now pay import duties on your customs declaration to bring the goods back to the warehouse. When preparing dossiers to carry out procedures for importing hand trucks, it is necessary to make an official letter to bring the goods to the warehouse for storage to be sent to customs.

Step 4. Bringing goods for preservation
After the declaration is released, procedures can be carried out to bring goods to the warehouse for preservation. Goods that are preserved for a definite period of 30 days must be subject to customs clearance. In case of overdue, an official letter of explanation must be made and sent to the customs office.

Step 5. Customs clearance of goods
After obtaining a quality certificate, the certificate shall be brought down to supplement the dossier for the customs office and customs clearance of goods.

Above are 5 steps to carry out procedures for importing hand forklifts of all kinds. Customs procedures will be carried out in parallel with quality inspection. Please follow the section below to understand the process of doing a forklift quality inspection.

8. Notes when importing hand forklifts

When using a forklift, note the following points:

• Determine the origin and quality of products, select reliable partners;
• Comply with the state's tax and fee regulations as prescribed;
• Correctly determine the HS code of each type of goods according to the material of each type;
• When importing hand trucks, goods must be labeled according to 43/2017/ND-CP;
• Determine the correct HS code to determine the correct tax and avoid being fined;
• Hand forklifts must be inspected for quality when imported;
• Labeling of imported goods is extremely important to comply with;

If you have difficulties in customs clearance, you can choose Just In Time as a companion.

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